SWEDEN has terminated its investigation into the explosions that ruptured three of the four Nord Stream pipelines beneath the Baltic Sea in 2022, reports Fort Lauderdale's Maritime Executive.
The prosecutor overseeing the inquiry stated that sweden lacked jurisdiction to proceed and would transfer its findings to German authorities, who continue actively investigating the incident.
In a concise statement, the prosecutor clarified that the initial purpose of the inquiry was to ascertain whether Swedish citizens were involved in the incident and if Swedish territory was utilised in its execution.
However, upon discovering no evidence to support either, the prosecutor concluded that Sweden's jurisdiction was lacking, thus halting further pursuit of answers.
Some observers speculate that European governments may not be eager to uncover the truth, as certain explanations could be politically uncomfortable.
While Russia is implicated by the governments of Poland and Ukraine, another plausible suspect could be an ally.
The inactive pipeline network was once a crucial energy conduit between Russia and Germany, and its severance not only harmed Russian interests but also deprived Germany of access to abundant and affordable Russian natural gas.
Independent investigations have suggested Ukrainian involvement, with American national security officials informing The New York Times of knowledge about a Ukrainian plan to stage the attack.
Traces of explosives were discovered on a small yacht chartered by a Ukrainian-owned company near one of the attack sites.
In November, the Washington Post reported allegations that Ukrainian military intelligence officer special forces colonel Roman Chervinskiy coordinated the attack.
Mr Chervinskiy, however, denies any involvement.
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The prosecutor overseeing the inquiry stated that sweden lacked jurisdiction to proceed and would transfer its findings to German authorities, who continue actively investigating the incident.
In a concise statement, the prosecutor clarified that the initial purpose of the inquiry was to ascertain whether Swedish citizens were involved in the incident and if Swedish territory was utilised in its execution.
However, upon discovering no evidence to support either, the prosecutor concluded that Sweden's jurisdiction was lacking, thus halting further pursuit of answers.
Some observers speculate that European governments may not be eager to uncover the truth, as certain explanations could be politically uncomfortable.
While Russia is implicated by the governments of Poland and Ukraine, another plausible suspect could be an ally.
The inactive pipeline network was once a crucial energy conduit between Russia and Germany, and its severance not only harmed Russian interests but also deprived Germany of access to abundant and affordable Russian natural gas.
Independent investigations have suggested Ukrainian involvement, with American national security officials informing The New York Times of knowledge about a Ukrainian plan to stage the attack.
Traces of explosives were discovered on a small yacht chartered by a Ukrainian-owned company near one of the attack sites.
In November, the Washington Post reported allegations that Ukrainian military intelligence officer special forces colonel Roman Chervinskiy coordinated the attack.
Mr Chervinskiy, however, denies any involvement.
SeaNews Turkey