Nord Stream may have been lawful target, argue lawyers for Ukrainian accused of bombing
Summary
Lawyers defending a Ukrainian ex-soldier accused of bombing the Nord Stream pipeline said the pipeline, linked to Russia, could be considered a legal target during conflict. The trial began in Germany, focusing on whether the attack was lawful under war rules.Key Facts
- The accused is a former Ukrainian military officer.
- The bombing happened in September 2022.
- The target was the Nord Stream gas pipeline, which carries Russian gas to Europe.
- The trial started in Germany and is ongoing.
- Defense lawyers argued that attacking the pipeline might be allowed if it belongs to an aggressor in war.
- The case raises questions about what targets are legal during conflicts.
- The incident has caused political and legal debate internationally.
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