Energy Should Be Included in Russia Sanctions: CDU Bundestag Member

The transcript discusses Germany's position on energy sanctions against Russia, emphasizing the need for strict sanctions if Russia violates Ukraine's sovereignty. It debates whether energy markets, including Nord Stream 2, should be exempt from sanctions, highlighting Germany's dependency on Russian energy. The discussion also covers the potential inclusion of financial systems in sanctions and the legal challenges of canceling Nord Stream 2, given its completion and the lack of legal means to stop it without Russian aggression.

In your view, what should be prioritized: the energy market or the freedom of Europe?

What legal challenges might Germany face if it attempts to cancel Nord Stream 2?