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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
Why would Russia go through the trouble of destroying something that only benefits them? If they don't want to ship gas to Germany, they can just turn it off on their end. They wouldn't need to actually destroy the pipeline.
With no direct pipeline, they can't hold it over Germany's head anymore. It limits Russian influence in the region even further.
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Because they want Germany to panic and capitulate on a Euro-centric NATO role, and as the largest economy.
They can also inflict pain on Europe through non-military means. Economy-stunting is very much a tool in war.
We'll just have to see what becomes of this. It's most certainly not the US, NATO, or a Ukrainian ally unless they are playing a fools game.