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New transatlantic tensions erupt over US sanction move

Europe sees US actions against Russia project as direct interference in its sovereign affairs

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After the US Congress adopted sanctions against companies that are taking part in the construction of a gas pipeline between Russia and Europe, the escalation over the project has hit a new level.

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed the Bill on sanctions into law. This means that any company involved in building the Nord Stream 2 pipeline faces severe punishment by the United States.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on December 22, 2019, with the headline New transatlantic tensions erupt over US sanction move. Subscribe