As stated in the declaration of 28 September 2022 by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, the European Union is deeply concerned about damage to the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines that has resulted in leaks in the international waters of the Baltic Sea. Safety and environmental concerns are of utmost priority. These incidents are not a coincidence and affect us all.
Police authorities in Germany, Denmark and Sweden are in close contact and have established well-functioning and systematic collaboration regarding the Nord Stream incidents. All necessary measures are currently being taken in close coordination. As a next step, it is the intention to set up a Joint Investigation Team in accordance with EU law.
