German diplomat Christoph Heusgen believes that sanctions against Russia should affect Nord Stream 2. The diplomat also said that Germany, Europe and the US should take a common clear position against Russia
“The Baltic Nord Stream 2″ pipeline and Russia’s exclusion from the international payment system Swift should also be included in discussions on possible sanctions. A clear and tough response is required”, – the diplomat told the RND media group.
He added that the Western community’s soft response to Russia’s actions against Ukraine could be interpreted by Moscow “as weakness” and “would only encourage a desire for expansion”.
According to the future head of the Munich conference, “in the Russian leadership’s own nostalgic world”, “international law is not a standard”, with “the Soviet Union and even the Stalinist regime” being portrayed in the best light.