A Ukrainian special forces officer, Serhii Kuznetsov, is set to stand trial in Hamburg, accused of participating in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. Prosecutors allege he was involved in the detonation of explosive devices that severely damaged the pipelines, which were crucial for transporting Russian gas to Germany.
The trial, which begins with Kuznetsov being identified only as Serhii K due to privacy laws, has drawn significant attention due to its implications for Ukraine's relationship with Germany and the ongoing energy crisis in Europe. The court has scheduled multiple hearings, with the trial expected to last into early 2024.