AfD seeks to restore Russian gas supplies following electoral gains

AfD Russian gas energy policy Nord Stream German elections

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is actively pursuing renewed energy ties with Russia following significant electoral gains in states like Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. AfD representative Markus Frohnmaier met with Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller in Moscow to discuss the potential resumption of Russian gas supplies to Germany, specifically exploring the possibility of utilizing the Nord Stream pipelines.

AfD leadership, including Alice Weidel, has advocated for a return to Russian gas, describing it as a long-standing business model for Germany and calling for a reversal of the current energy transition (Energiewende). The party seeks to prioritize affordable energy and a broader range of suppliers to address what they describe as a dramatic energy situation.

The Kremlin has responded positively to these developments. Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia is impressed by the AfD's popularity and its stance on energy. Moscow further claimed that Germany's recent economic decline and loss of industrial competitiveness are direct consequences of abandoning cheap Russian gas in favor of more expensive alternatives, such as US liquefied natural gas.

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AfD · Alexey Miller · Alice Weidel · Alternative für Deutschland · Gazprom · Germany · Kremlin · Markus Frohnmaier

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[● 3 SOURCES] The AfD argues that Germany needs affordable energy and a wider range of suppliers, including Russia. vojvodjanskireporter.rs · expres.mk
[● 2 SOURCES] The AfD seeks to repair or restart the Nord Stream pipelines. expres.mk · www.capital.gr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The AfD proposes a reversal of Germany's energy transition (Energiewende) by supporting coal, nuclear, and Russian gas. www.capital.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] Alice Weidel advocates for returning to Russian gas as a business model for Germany. actualidad.rt.com
[● 3 SOURCES] AfD party leaders have achieved significant electoral gains in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. expres.mk · www.lifo.gr
[● 2 SOURCES] The Kremlin claims Germany's economic competitiveness has declined due to switching from cheap Russian gas to expensive US gas. valor.globo.com · visionrdn.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Markus Frohnmaier met with Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller in Moscow to discuss resuming Russian gas supplies to Germany. vojvodjanskireporter.rs · expres.mk
[● 2 SOURCES] AfD leaders are planning a high-level meeting in Moscow for 2027 to discuss energy supplies. expres.mk · www.upday.com