U.S. and Russia Discuss Potential U.S. Investment in Nord Stream Pipeline

Key Facts

1U.S. and Russian officials discussed bringing a U.S. investor into the Nord Stream pipelines.

2The proposed deal could potentially require the lifting of U.S. sanctions on the Russian pipelines.

U.S. and Russian officials discussed bringing a U.S. investor into the Nord Stream pipelines. Benzinga reported that Jared Kushner and a Moscow adviser are exploring a multi-billion dollar gas deal aimed at integrating U.S. interests into European energy infrastructure.

The proposed deal could potentially require the lifting of U.S. sanctions on the Russian pipelines to facilitate the investment. These discussions occur within the context of broader diplomatic negotiations as parties explore energy sector cooperation despite existing restrictions.