Same Month: Licensed Nuclear Deal and Secret Baku Channel Emerge, Unrelated but Worrying for Berlin
A licensed nuclear deal and a secret Baku channel have surfaced in the same month; they are not connected, but this should worry Berlin.
According to a report, two separate developments have come to light within the same month: a licensed nuclear fuel deal involving Russia's Rosatom at the Lingen facility and a secret communication channel routed through Baku. Although they are not connected, their simultaneous emergence is causing concern in Berlin.
The report highlights that while German officials have publicly advocated for a firm stance against Russia following the invasion of Ukraine, private interactions tell a different story. The licensed deal suggests ongoing energy cooperation, while the Baku channel indicates a backchannel for sensitive communications. The fact that they are unrelated makes the situation more alarming, as it suggests that old reflexes of engagement persist in multiple forms.
The simultaneous appearance of these two elements raises questions about Germany's true commitment to breaking ties with Moscow. It points to a pattern where different parts of the German establishment independently maintain relations with Russia, undermining the official policy of isolation. This could strain relations with allies and complicate efforts to present a united front against Russian aggression.
