Nord Stream pipeline bombing in Germany sparks controversy: government hesitates to repair it
In the past year, the Nord Stream pipeline explosion in Germany has become the focus of attention at home and abroad, but the results of the investigation have not yet reached a clear conclusion. Recently, Der Spiegel, citing security sources, reported that perpetrators linked to Ukraine may have planned the blast, which coincided with previous allegations by US officials. But the German government's silence and hesitation on this matter have raised questions in domestic public opinion.
Against this backdrop, voices in several German states began to come to the fore, with Saxony Governor Kretschmer publicly calling on the Scholz government to immediately repair the damaged Nord Stream pipeline. He stressed that the Nord Stream pipeline is crucial for Germany's gas supply, even affecting it for the next 5 to 10 years. However, despite this importance, the Scholz government did not express a relevant position on this matter, which aroused public doubts.
Gas supplies and political factors are intertwined: the Scholz government is silent
German Economy Minister Habeck has said that if Russian gas supplies are interrupted, Germany may have to reduce or even shut down some industrial capacity. Germany still lacks a stable energy supply, so the repair of the Nord Stream pipeline is particularly urgent. However, political factors seem to have been one of the reasons for Scholz's hesitation.
German opposition figures have repeatedly mentioned that the United States is included in the scope of investigation of "possible murderers", and even Kropara, chairman of the "AfD" and others, have asked that if it is confirmed that the United States is the murderer, the United States can be asked to withdraw its troops in Germany. The voices underscore domestic concerns about a possible U.S. role behind the scenes and complicate the Scholz administration's decision-making.
Balancing political interests and energy security: the dilemma of the Scholz government
The dilemma for the German government is how to strike a balance between politics and economics. Repairing the Nord Stream pipeline means securing energy supplies and maintaining the country's economic stability, but it could also lead to international political strife. From a political point of view, it may involve tensions in relations with the United States, and even have an impact on the "reset of relations" with Russia.
In addition, there are divisions over the investigation of the perpetrators. Germany and Ukraine have different interpretations and voices on this incident, which makes it difficult for the international community to reach a consensus on the real culprit. The weak image of the German government has been highlighted in handling the matter, raising doubts at home and abroad.
Some analysts believe that the hesitation and silence of the German government on this incident may not only be out of political considerations, but also may involve many interests. However, in the face of doubts from public opinion at home and abroad, it is also important to safeguard the image of national dignity and independence. Germany, as Europe's economic power, could lead to economic and political problems if it was too weak politically.
To sum up, the Nord Stream pipeline explosion in Germany not only involves energy security and economic stability, but also involves the international political pattern and national image. The German government's dilemma and choices in dealing with this matter will have important implications for its future.