President Biden Vows No Nord Stream 2 If Russia Invades Ukraine

President Biden Vows No Nord Stream 2 If Russia Invades Ukraine

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The video discusses the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, highlighting geopolitical tensions, especially if Russia invades Ukraine. The pipeline, owned by Russian state company Gazprom, faces opposition from the US due to potential energy weaponization and surveillance concerns. Key figures like Matthias Warnig and Gerhard Schroeder are scrutinized for their ties to Russia. The US has imposed sanctions but waived some to maintain relations with Germany. The video also explores energy security in Europe, alternative gas sources, and the potential destabilizing effects of a conflict in Ukraine.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action does the U.S. plan to take if Russia invades Ukraine?

End the Nord Stream 2 pipeline

Increase military presence in Europe

Impose trade tariffs on Russia

Provide financial aid to Ukraine

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the CEO of the company that owns Nord Stream 2?

Vladimir Putin

Matthias Warnig

Ola Schultz

Steven Pifer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial impact could Nord Stream 2 have on Ukraine?

Reduction in military aid

Gain in energy independence

Loss of transit fees

Increase in gas prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Europe's gas is currently supplied by Russia?

30%

20%

40%

10%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of a war in Ukraine mentioned in the transcript?

Strengthening of NATO forces

Collapse of the European Union

Flow of refugees

Increase in global oil prices