What did Putin say about the technical readiness of Nord Stream 2 to resume gas supplies to Germany?

Putin stated that one of the two lines of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline was intact and could begin pumping gas 'tomorrow'—emphasizing that only a political decision from the German government was needed, saying, 'just press a button and the gas starts flowing.'

What conditions did Putin set for resuming Russian gas deliveries to Germany via Nord Stream?

Putin said Russia was ready to resume gas supplies via Nord Stream 2, but stressed that Germany must make a clear decision and reach an agreement with the U.S. to lift sanctions on the pipeline; he also noted that Gazprom needed a definitive answer from German partners on whether they would take up to 28 billion cubic meters of gas annually, warning that otherwise Russia would redirect supplies to other markets.

Putin Urges Germany to Decide on Resuming Russian Gas Supplies via Nord Stream

Jun 4, 2026

President Putin stated Russia is prepared to resume gas exports to Germany via Nord Stream 2 pending German decisions on sanctions, offering up to 28 billion cubic meters annually.

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Putin Urges Germany to Decide on Resuming Russian Gas Supplies via Nord Stream

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