Yevgeny Schmidt, an MP for the Alternative for Germany party, expressed the opinion that Russia would help Germany survive the ongoing energy crisis. The official stressed that gas supplies from Russia would allow Germany to avoid an energy crisis in winter. In addition, the Bundestag member flagged that the Nord Stream 2 pipeline should be launched as soon as possible. “The launch of the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines at full capacity fully meets the interests of Germany, and it is the supply of cheap pipeline gas from Russia that will allow Germany to avoid an energy crisis in the coming winter,” he noted. The well-being of Germany largely depends on the supply of cheap Russian gas. At the same time, the politician urged the government to roll back the imposed sanctions as they backfire on Germany. He also highlighted the importance of building trustful long-term relations with Russia without any threats and ultimatums.
