CRIME SEQUENCE RECONSTRUCTION
(SEPTEMBER 2022 - 3/3)
PART 12/16
(BASED ON NORDSTREAM FILES MASTER DATA-FILE)
...previously: PART 11 (SEPTEMBER 2022)
SUMMARY
Part 12 of larger series examining the Nord Stream pipeline incidents.
Exploring DATA from September (26h - 31st) 2022, contextualizing the incident
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The UK is the perpetrator.
The USA decided to withdraw from Baltic sea before bombing happened.
Norway was the whistleblower.
Nordstream shareholders Germany and France knew about the threat
USA took leadership in protecting Trans-Atlantic alliance
NATO Deter and Defend protected the perpetrator against Russian retaliation
Events in chronological order grouped - SEPTEMBER 2022 (26 - 31 Sept.) day-by-day:
MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2022
THE UK MILITARY REACHES OUT TO KEEPS COMMUNICATION CHANNELS OPEN (081)
On 26 Sept 2022 UK, Russian defence officials meet in London; 26 Sep 2022 (19:01 GMT)
The UK’s chief of defence staff has held talks with the Russian defence attaché at the Ministry of Defence in London. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin and Colonel Maxim Elovik met as part of ongoing efforts to “strengthen military to military channels of communication” with Russia. (225)
On 26 Sept 2022 Leo Docherty, @LeoDochertyUK: Poland, Estonia and Finland are crucial allies in sustaining a strong and secure Europe. I look forward to visiting all three states to demonstrate our unity and resolve against Russia’s illegal war.
On 26 Sept 2022 Leo Docherty, @LeoDochertyUK: Very enjoyable meeting with my counterpart Konrad #Szymański. At our meeting in Warsaw we reaffirmed our close UK-Poland working relationship.
We discussed the Northern Ireland Protocol and our steadfast support to our Ukrainian allies.
On 26 Sept 2022 Leo Docherty, @LeoDochertyUK: Great to meet Minister @marcin_przydacz 🇵🇱 and Minister @tochytskyi 🇺🇦 . We discussed our continued military and humanitarian support for Ukraine 🇺🇦 and how to further strategic cooperation between our nations
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA/NATO-BLG/DK/NED/NOR: Admiral Rob Bauer, @CMC_NATO - It was a pleasure to meet with the new Permanent Representatives to #NATO from 🇧🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇳🇱, 🇳🇴, and the new 🇫🇷 Military Representative today. I am looking forward to working together with you to keep our Alliance safe!
On 26 Sept 2022 UK, Russian defence officials meet in London; 26 Sep 2022 (19:01 GMT)
The UK’s chief of defence staff has held talks with the Russian defence attaché at the Ministry of Defence in London. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin and Colonel Maxim Elovik met as part of ongoing efforts to “strengthen military to military channels of communication” with Russia. (225)
UK´S MINISTER FOR EUROPEAN AFFAIRS LEO DOCHERTY ON A MISSION
On 26 Sept 2022 Leo Docherty, @LeoDochertyUK: Very enjoyable meeting with my counterpart Konrad #Szymański. At our meeting in Warsaw we reaffirmed our close UK-Poland working relationship.
We discussed the Northern Ireland Protocol and our steadfast support to our Ukrainian allies.
On 26 Sept 2022 Leo Docherty, @LeoDochertyUK: Great to meet Minister @marcin_przydacz 🇵🇱 and Minister @tochytskyi 🇺🇦 . We discussed our continued military and humanitarian support for Ukraine 🇺🇦 and how to further strategic cooperation between our nations
ANDER AMERICAN LEADERSHIP (158)
AMERICAN SIDE KNEW ABOUT IT, DID NOTHING TO INTERFERE (180)
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA/NATO-BLG/DK/NED/NOR: Admiral Rob Bauer, @CMC_NATO - It was a pleasure to meet with the new Permanent Representatives to #NATO from 🇧🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇳🇱, 🇳🇴, and the new 🇫🇷 Military Representative today. I am looking forward to working together with you to keep our Alliance safe!
EVERYBODY WHO SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE MISSION KNOWS (255)
26 - 27 Sept 2022 - USA: Commandant of the @USMC - Spent time at the Joint Flag Officers Warfighting Course yesterday. It was my opportunity to talk to a number of @USMC, @USNavy, @usairforce, and @USArmy Generals/Admirals about my perspective as a Service chief and a Joint chief... "I discussed leading change at a time when the character of war is evolving at a speed we have yet to become comfortable with. I closed with a reminder that integrated deterrence requires a focus on relationships beyond our military--with the entire USG and all allies/partners."
BRITAIN WARNS AGAINST RUSSIAN SUBMARINES
SHORTLY BEFORE NORDSTREAM IS ATTACKED
AFTER BLAST CNN RUNS NEWS RUSSISNS SUBS WERE DETECTED
On 26 Sept 2022 - Russian submarines: Threats and opportunities for Britain. While Moscow stumbles in its imperialist war against Ukraine, it continues to develop and deploy assets like the Belgorod and engage in a level of undersea activity not seen since the end of the Soviet Union. This danger is one that Britain has well recognised. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the current Chief of Defence Staff, stated that such interference by Russia would be tantamount to an act of war.
On 26 Sept 2022 Here the details from ADSB where you realize that the P8's speed was dropping right ahead Nordstream/Bornholm for a few minutes only. If the US Navy P-8A from Keflavík, Iceland was at the place after the event, why did it leave earlier to be there in just that time?
On 26 Sept 2022 A U.S. Navy reconnaissance aircraft flew near the stage of the ruptured Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the Baltic Sea hours after the first damage emerged, according to tracking reviewed by Reuters, a flight Washington said was routine. (US Navy P-8A from Keflavík, Iceland.)
On 26 Sept 2022 #Keflavik #Baltic Sea, #NoCALLSIGN #AE6851 USN P-8A Poseidon
Aerial Refueling Support. #Spangdahlem Air Base, #BART12 #AE0267 USAF KC-135R Stratotanker
On 26 Sept 2022 A U.S. Navy reconnaissance aircraft flew near the stage of the ruptured Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the Baltic Sea hours after the first damage emerged, according to tracking reviewed by Reuters, a flight Washington said was routine. (US Navy P-8A from Keflavík, Iceland.)
On 26 Sept 2022 #Keflavik #Baltic Sea, #NoCALLSIGN #AE6851 USN P-8A Poseidon
Aerial Refueling Support. #Spangdahlem Air Base, #BART12 #AE0267 USAF KC-135R Stratotanker
MH 60R MONITORING FLIGHTS (175)
On 26 Sept 2022 The US Navy carries out a number of missions with the MH 60r strike hawk
helicopter, adapted to detect and destroy submarines
PAUL IGNATIUS MONITORING KALININGRAD (178)
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Paul Ignatius, i.e. the American anti-missile shield in Gdynia. The US Navy is intensively presenting its presence in the Baltic Sea in 2022. Another example of this was the visit of the American destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) to Gdynia, which lasted several hours on Monday. The visit was of a technical and working nature. In September, in Gdynia, and later in Gdańsk, there was the landing ship-dock USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), and in Gdynia the universal landing ship with a continuous flight deck USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). During its stay in Gdynia, the ship had an MH-60R Seahawk from the 79th Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron on display on the helicopter deck. The MH-60R is a universal helicopter configured depending on the expected missions.
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Paul Ignatius in Gdynia. The aim of the visit, which lasted only a few hours, was to restore combat readiness.... Detection of submerged submarines is carried out by the AN/SQQ-89(V)6 hydrolocation system. It includes: the AN/SQS-53C(V)1 sonar and the towed AN/SQR-19B(V)1....
BLINKEN DE-ESCALATION THE EVENING BEFORE THE BLAST (204)
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says that Russia deploying nuclear weapons would have “catastrophic effects.” Blinken tells 60 Minutes the Biden administration has a plan in place for a potential U.S. response.
On 26 Sept 2022 Blinken sends another twitter message
USA-RUSSIA ADS THE INFAMOUS CRISIS "RED PHONE" (156)
On 26 Sept 2022 The USA has communicated with Russia through
Red Line de-escalation Phone. "US national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday night that the US had “communicated directly, privately to the Russians at very high levels” how it would respond if Vladimir Putin carried out the nuclear strike threat he made during an address last week"
On 26 Sept 2022 NSA Jake Sullivan says the "red phone" is working again and the White House can speak with the Kremlin at "senior levels." and "That has happened frequently over the course of the past few months. It has happened even in the last few days."
ENERGY AS A WEAPON (103)
US WORKING WITH ALLIES ON RESILIENT SUPPLY CHAINS
On 26 Sept 2022 US Embassy Brussels, @usembbrussels, @POTUS: Together with partners around the world, we are working to secure resilient supply chains –that protect everyone from coercion or domination. And to ensure that no country can use energy as a weapon.
On 26 Sept 2022 US Embassy Brussels, @usembbrussels, @POTUS: Together with partners around the world, we are working to secure resilient supply chains –that protect everyone from coercion or domination. And to ensure that no country can use energy as a weapon.
On 26 Sept 2022 Andriy Yermak had a telephone conversation with Jake Sullivan
ADVISER BOLTON´S DIPLOMACY
On 26 Sept 2022 NATO security and defense issues in the context of the Russian invasion of Ukraine were the topics of today's meeting between the minister @RauZbigniew and the former national security adviser to the US President 🇺🇸 @AmbJohnBolton
On 26 Sept 2022 Embassy of Poland U.S. @PolishEmbassyUS Foreign Minister @RauZbigniew's visit to Washington, D.C. is underway. Today, he met with the Embassy staff and shared his reflections on the most recent developments in transatlantic relations, as well as answered a few questions from the audience.
US LATVIA SECURITY COOPERATION (213)
On 26 Sept 2022 U.S. Embassy Riga @USEmbassyRiga 🇺🇸 @USArmyEURAF , in cooperation with 🇱🇻 @Latvijas_armija , deployed #HIMARS this afternoon in #Latvia to support national readiness exercise. This effort demonstrated the rapid deployment of long-range precision fires to #NATO’s eastern flank. #StrongerTogether #WeAreNATO @US_SOCEUR
FINLAND (221, 179)
On 26 Sept 2022 The Minister of Defense @anttikaikkonen visited the Navy today. As part of the visit, he got to know the #Rannikkolaivaston operation and also talked to conscripts about their duties in the navy.
On 26 Sept 2022 The Minister of Defense @anttikaikkonen visited the Navy today. As part of the visit, he got to know the #Rannikkolaivaston operation and also talked to conscripts about their duties in the navy.
On 26 Sept 2022 Good discussion this morning with Minister of Finance @AnnikaSaarikko on the importance of diversifying sources of energy, maintaining unity in support of Ukraine, and identifying future opportunities for cooperation between the United States and Finland. @VMuutiset
UK - FINLAND SECURITY COOPERATION
On 26 Sept 2022 The deputy commander of NATO's European forces is visiting Finland. Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Sir Tim Radford (UK), will visit Finland between 26 and 27 September 2022. The visit was hosted by the Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Vesa Virtanen. During the visit, General Radford will meet Defense Minister Antti Kaikkonen and learn about the operations of the defense branches.
UKRAINE WARNS AGAINST BLOW AT ENERGY SECTOR (, 214)
On 26 Sept 2022 Ukraine warns that Russia is "planning to carry out massive cyberattacks on the critical infrastructure facilities of Ukrainian enterprises and critical infrastructure institutions of Ukraine’s allies". The Kremlin plans to carry out massive cyberattacks on critical infrastructure facilities of Ukrainian enterprises and critical infrastructure institutions of Ukraine's allies. First of all, the blow will be aimed at enterprises of the energy sector. The experience of cyberattacks on Ukraine's energy systems in 2015 and 2016 will be used when conducting operations. The Kremlin also intends to increase the intensity of DDoS attacks on the critical infrastructure of Ukraine's closest allies, primarily Poland and the Baltic states.
ZALUZHNY´S AWARD (057, 085, 147, 194, 214, 216)
On 26 Sept 2022 Time Magazine Dedicated Its Cover And Article To Valeriy Zaluzhny
US NAVY ON THE MOVE
ADVANCED TACTICAL TRAINING
26 Sept 2022 - USA: A First for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training
UNITED STATES - Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) directed two Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT) exercises – one on each coast, simultaneously – from SMWDC’s exercise control center (ECC), September 2022. “This was the first planned and executed SWATT designed with multiple littoral combat ships (LCS) operating under LCS Squadron (LCSRON) ONE as the Officer in Tactical Command, instead of plugging the LCS units into a carrier strike group’s cruiser-destroyer (CRUDES) SWATT,” said Arnel Ebue, SMWDC ECC supervisor. “LCSRON ONE battle watch staff operated from SMWDC’s ECC as LCS SWATT completed training in the Pacific Ocean. At the same time, the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) CRUDES SWATT was operating in the Atlantic Ocean, also controlled from SMWDC’s ECC.” SMWDC’s mission is to increase the lethality and tactical proficiency of the surface force across all domains.
On 26 Sept 2022 USNI News Fleet and Marine Tracker: Sept. 26, 2022
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA: USS Albany (SSN 753) Los Angeles-class Flight III 688i (Improved) attack submarine coming into Norfolk, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser leaving San Diego
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Ramage (DDG 61) Arleigh Burke-class Flight I guided missile destroyer coming into Norfolk, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Ramage (DDG 61) Arleigh Burke-class Flight I guided missile destroyer coming into Norfolk, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) Arleigh Burke-class Flight I guided missile destroyer coming into Yorktown, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 SS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) Arleigh Burke-class Flight IIA guided missile destroyer leaving Norfolk, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA: USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) Arleigh Burke-class Flight IIA guided missile destroyer coming into Norfolk, Virginia
On 26 Sept 2022 USS Spruance (DDG 111) coming into Seal Beach (Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach is a United States Navy weapons and munitions loading, storage and maintenance facility located in Seal Beach, California)
On 26 Sept 2022 - USA: USS Santa Fe (SSN 763) Los Angeles-class Flight III 688i (Improved) nuclear attack submarine leaving San Diego following USS Bunker Hill
VICE PRESIDNT KAMALA HARRIS
On 26 Sept 2022 Vice President Kamala Harris: As I told Prime Minister Kishida, the U.S.-Japan Alliance is as strong as it’s ever been. We are committed to strengthening it further, as it is critical to the prosperity and security of the American people.
On 26 Sept 2022 From 9/23 to 9/26, the following ships were in Busan, South Korea, before heading into the Sea of Japan. USS Ronald Reagan(CVN-76), USS Chancellorsville(CG-62), USS Barry(DDG-52)
On 26 Sept 2022 German Navy Sachsen-class frigate FGS Sachsen (F219) leaving Kiel, Germany
On 26 Sept 2022 German Navy Frankenthal-class minehunters FGS Bad Bevensen (M1063) and FGS Fulda (M 1058) leaving Kiel, Germany
On 26 Sept 2022 German Navy Braunschweig-class corvette FGS Oldenburg (F263) leaving Plymouth, England
On 26 Sept 2022 German Navy Braunschweig-class corvette FGS Oldenburg (F263) coming back into Plymouth, England
On 26 Sept 2022 German Navy Baden-Wurttemberg-class frigate FGS Rheinland-Pfalz (F225) leaving Plymouth, England
On 26 Sept 2022 - UK: SBS mentors Kyiv's special operations in the Black Sea. The highly secretive British Special Boat Service is training operatives from Ukraine's 73rd Naval Centre of Special Operations, which carries out special missions for the GUR in the Black Sea.
NOTE: UK forbids Parliament investigation into actions of SBS two days after Russia accuses them.
ALLIES NAVIES ON THE MOVE
On 27 Sept 2022 German Navy Berlin-class replenishment oiler FGS Berlin (A1411) leaving Plymouth, England
On 27 Sept 2022 French Navy Barracuda-class nuclear attack submarine FS Suffren (S635) leaving Faslane, Scotland
On 27 Sept 2022 Brunssum, The Netherlands – Last week, General Miglietta - Commander Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFCBS) - paid a two-day visit to the German Ministry of Defence, in Berlin.
The purpose of the trip was: to exchange views on current Alliance military vigilance activities in Northern Europe; and to discuss synchronisation of operational plans, national contributions and upcoming exercises.
The Commander met with General Eberhard Zorn, the German Chief of Defence, Lieutenant General Gunter Schneider, Director General for Security and Defence Policy, as well as other key stakeholders in the Ministry of Defence.
The purpose of the trip was: to exchange views on current Alliance military vigilance activities in Northern Europe; and to discuss synchronisation of operational plans, national contributions and upcoming exercises.
The Commander met with General Eberhard Zorn, the German Chief of Defence, Lieutenant General Gunter Schneider, Director General for Security and Defence Policy, as well as other key stakeholders in the Ministry of Defence.
On 27 Sept 2022 Sztab Generalny WP - General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Commander of Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFC) was the guest of the head of @SztabGenWP today. @NATOJFCBC is one of two NATO operational commands in Europe, along with @JFC_Naples
On 27 Sept 2022 Gen. Christopher Cavoli, NATO supreme allied commander and head of U.S. European Command, said the region-specific plans are being devised to guarantee a rapid response to a crisis.
On 27 Sept 2022 “Flexible and agile forces that can be employed across the Euro-Atlantic area to strengthen deterrence, respond to crisis, or defend in conflict, are central.” Gen. Christopher Cavoli @US_EUCOM highlights the key areas of @NATO’s response to authoritarian threats. #MeetTheMoment
On 27 Sept 2022 COM #MNDN MG Flemming Mathiasen meets BG Edward Vaughan from @US_EUCOM: "We ensure #NATO shared values are shield. Discussed how to integrate force elements in warfighting, exchanged perspectives on how to use opportunities to enhance readiness and capability."
On 27 Sept 2022 Brunssum, The Netherlands – Commander Allied Joint Force CommandBrunssum (JFCBS), General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, visited with the highest echelons of senior Polish military leaders in Warsaw
The trip was the General’s first visit with Polish key leaders since taking command at JFCBS. Through the visit, General Miglietta met with a variety of senior Polish military leaders, including: Chief of Defence of Poland, General Rajmund T. Andrzejczak; Commander General Command, General Jarosław Mika; and Commander Operations Command Lieutenant General Tomasz Piotrowski.
General Miglietta discussed a wide range of topics with Polish senior leaders, including the current state of the Baltic region, and Poland’s perspective regarding the situation at its eastern border.
On 27 Sept 2022 Sztab Generalny WP, @SztabGenWP: General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Commander of Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFC) was the guest of the head of @SztabGenWP today. @NATOJFCBC is one of two NATO operational commands in Europe, along with @JFC_Naples.
On 27 Sept 2022 Brunssum, The Netherlands – Commander Allied Joint Force CommandBrunssum (JFCBS), General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, visited with the highest echelons of senior Polish military leaders in Warsaw
The trip was the General’s first visit with Polish key leaders since taking command at JFCBS. Through the visit, General Miglietta met with a variety of senior Polish military leaders, including: Chief of Defence of Poland, General Rajmund T. Andrzejczak; Commander General Command, General Jarosław Mika; and Commander Operations Command Lieutenant General Tomasz Piotrowski.
General Miglietta discussed a wide range of topics with Polish senior leaders, including the current state of the Baltic region, and Poland’s perspective regarding the situation at its eastern border.
On 27 Sept 2022 Sztab Generalny WP, @SztabGenWP: General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Commander of Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFC) was the guest of the head of @SztabGenWP today. @NATOJFCBC is one of two NATO operational commands in Europe, along with @JFC_Naples.
On 27 Sept 2022 HQ Multinational Division North, @hqmndn:🤝of an ally when COM #MNDN MG Flemming Mathiasen meets BG Edward Vaughan from @US_EUCOM. We ensure #NATO shared values are 🛡️. Discussed how to integrate force elements in warfighting, exchanged perspectives on how to use opportunities to enhance readiness and capability.
US-BALTIC DIALOGUE ON POLICY OPTIONS
NATO´S UNIFIED RESPONSE IN CRISIS SITUATION
On 27-28 Sept 2022 Readout of U.S.-Baltic Dialogue With Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
"Principal Director for European and NATO Policy Andrew Winternitz and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Doug Jones led a U.S. delegation to Riga, Latvia on September 27-28 for the annual U.S.-Baltic Dialogue with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The Allied delegations were led by Estonian Undersecretary for Defence Policy Tuuli Duneton, Latvian Under Secretary of State-Policy Director Rolands Henins, and Lithuanian Defense Policy Director Vaidotas Urbelis.
The leaders discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, implementation of decisions from the NATO Summit in Madrid, the People’s Republic of China, and U.S. force posture in the Baltics.
They also participated in a tabletop exercise to explore policy options for a unified response in crisis situations."
The leaders discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, implementation of decisions from the NATO Summit in Madrid, the People’s Republic of China, and U.S. force posture in the Baltics.
They also participated in a tabletop exercise to explore policy options for a unified response in crisis situations."
On 27 Sept 2022 Embassy of Finland in the US 🇫🇮, @FinlandinUSA: "Finland is closely monitoring developments with the gas pipeline explosions in the Baltic Sea. We are in close contact with Danish and Swedish authorities to bring clarity to the situation. Government will discuss the matter in its informal meeting tomorrow, Wednesday."
NORDSTREAM IS ESCALATION BEYOND UKRAINE
On 27 Sept 2022 NATO Secretary General at EU Parliament: stay the course on Ukraine
On 27 Sept 2022 Opening remarks by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at a meeting of the Group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists & Democrats in the European Parliament
"Then there is, of course, another type of escalation, and that is an escalation beyond Ukraine. The war that is going on in Ukraine now is bad, and a tragedy for the Ukrainian people. But of course, a full-fledged war between NATO and Russia would be even worse. Therefore, we need to ensure that this doesn’t evolve into a full-fledged war in Europe. And we do that partly by being very clear that NATO and NATO Allies are not party to the conflict.
But then, of course, we are also preventing escalation of the conflict into NATO territory by sending a very clear message that if an NATO Ally is attacked, then that will trigger a response from the whole Alliance.
And as long as that is clear, NATO Allies will not be attacked and the conflict will not escalate, because we are there to protect each other, and by standing together we are safer and stronger.
Let me add one more thing, and that is that I think what we have seen throughout this conflict is the importance of the transatlantic bond, North America and Europe standing together, and American leadership. Of course, European Allies have stepped up and European Allies are doing more."
On 27 Sept 2022 Opening remarks by NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at a meeting of the Group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists & Democrats in the European Parliament
"Then there is, of course, another type of escalation, and that is an escalation beyond Ukraine. The war that is going on in Ukraine now is bad, and a tragedy for the Ukrainian people. But of course, a full-fledged war between NATO and Russia would be even worse. Therefore, we need to ensure that this doesn’t evolve into a full-fledged war in Europe. And we do that partly by being very clear that NATO and NATO Allies are not party to the conflict.
But then, of course, we are also preventing escalation of the conflict into NATO territory by sending a very clear message that if an NATO Ally is attacked, then that will trigger a response from the whole Alliance.
And as long as that is clear, NATO Allies will not be attacked and the conflict will not escalate, because we are there to protect each other, and by standing together we are safer and stronger.
Let me add one more thing, and that is that I think what we have seen throughout this conflict is the importance of the transatlantic bond, North America and Europe standing together, and American leadership. Of course, European Allies have stepped up and European Allies are doing more."
On 27 Sept 2022 - NATO: The NATO Secretary General at EU Parliament: "Stay the course on Ukraine". Mr Stoltenberg said that NATO is monitoring the situation in the Baltic Sea closely, Allies are looking into the gas leaks from both Nord Stream pipelines, and also exchanging information with Finland and Sweden. The discussion with the Socialists and Democrats group is part of the Secretary General’s regular engagements with EU lawmakers, in the framework of NATO’s strategic partnership with the EU.
27 Sept 2022 - NATO: NATO Secretary General convenes top Alliance procurement officials. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg convened an extraordinary meeting of the Conference of National Armaments Directors (CNAD) on Tuesday (27 September 2022) at NATO Headquarters.
The Secretary General urged Allies to continue replenishing stocks as rapidly as possible. “Enhancing NATO stockpiles will ensure we can keep supporting Ukraine,” he said. “We need to keep working together as NATO Allies and with industry to replenish our munitions stocks and provide Ukraine with the support it needs, for as long as Ukraine needs it,” he added.
On 27 Sept 2022US presses EU to speed up financial aid to Ukraine
"IMF is separately working on new emergency funds for Kyiv."
"IMF is separately working on new emergency funds for Kyiv."
On 27 Sept 2022 Initial information about Nord Stream pipeline leaks “indicates acts of sabotage," Norwegian Minister of Petroleum and Energy Terje Aasland said on Tuesday.
On 27 Sept 2022 The Minister of Oil and Energy: - There are no indications that there may be an attack on the Norwegian continental shelf. According to Oil and Energy Minister Terje Aasland (Ap), there is currently nothing to indicate that there may be an attack on Norwegian gas pipelines.
On 27 Sept 2022 Norway launches licencing round for oil & gas exploration in predefined areas. Norway’s Ministry of Petroleum and Energy on Tuesday announced APA 2022 round, encompassing the predefined areas off Norway with blocks in the North Sea, Norwegian Sea, and the Barents Sea. The proposal to announce APA 2022 was sent for public consultation in March 2022 and the deadline for the consultation expired on 28 April.
Norway’s Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Terje Aasland, commented: “Further exploration is important to ensure that Norway remains a safe and predictable supplier of oil and gas to Europe.” Norway launches licencing round for oil & gas exploration
STORE MISSING OPENING BALTIC PIPELINE (127)
On 27 Sept 2022 - NOR: Norwegian Gas Pipeline Opens in Poland after Russian Cut. A new pipeline that will carry Norwegian gas via Denmark was inaugurated in Poland on Tuesday in a move to strengthen Europe’s energy security after Russia cut off Warsaw’s supplies. At a ceremony in. Norwegian Energy Minister Terje Aasland said it was “a milestone on the important path towards European independence from Russian energy”.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the pipeline launch “marks a crucial geopolitical step for all of us.”
“We have to do all we can to remove energy as a Russian instrument of power,” she said at the launch in Budno near the city of Szeczin.
Russian President Vladimir “Putin uses Russian energy as a weapon to destabilise Europe, to divide us. He cannot be allowed to succeed,” she added.
“We have to do all we can to remove energy as a Russian instrument of power,” she said at the launch in Budno near the city of Szeczin.
Russian President Vladimir “Putin uses Russian energy as a weapon to destabilise Europe, to divide us. He cannot be allowed to succeed,” she added.
On 27 Sept 2022 The pipeline was inaugurated at an opening ceremony in Goleniów, Poland, with Polish President Andrzej Duda and Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Norwegian Energy Minister Terje Aasland participated.
Norwegian Prime minister send to the inauguration Energy Minister Terje Aasland, stayed to manage the Nordstream Affair. (225)
On 27 Sept 2022 The frigate Absalon (ASW capability ship) and the environmental ship Gunnar Thorson (monitoring) are on their way to carry out water monitoring at the exclusion zones, and the Norwegian Defense Forces are also supporting with a helicopter capacity. In addition, the patrol ship Rota was in the area last night.
DANISH NAVY NEAR BORNHOLM (002)
27 Sept 2022 Looks like #LCP1 of the #Danish navy is on its way to the #nordstream leak location and passing #Bornholm in response to the situation.
27 Sept 2022 The Danish navy vessel #LCP1 close to #Bornholm is waiting for frigate F341 #Absalon arriving at the gas leaks
DANISH CRISIS MEETING
WHAT DID DANISH NAVY DETECT A FEW DAYS AGO (004)
On 27 Sept 2022 Director of the Danish Energy Agency, Kristoffer Böttzauw, will not guess to DR Nyheder about the reason, but nevertheless points to some possible reasons. It could be a shipwreck that goes directly down on these pipes.
On 27 Sept 2022 - DK: Ann Linde in a crisis meeting with Denmark's foreign minister
On 27 Sept 2022 - DK: Denmark's Prime Minister on the gas leaks: - Talk about deliberate actions
Both Sweden's and Denmark's prime ministers believe the gas leaks are deliberate actions, but deny that it is an attack on the countries.
Nevertheless, the Norwegian Defense Intelligence Service assesses that there is no increased military threat to Denmark, says the Prime Minister.
Not an accident
Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod, Defense Minister Morten Bødskov and Climate, Energy and Supply Minister Dan Jørgensen are also present at the press conference.
The nature of the leaks and their size indicate that it cannot be an accident, says Minister of Supply Dan Jørgensen.
The ministers will not say anything about what they believe is the motive behind the sabotage of the pipeline.
Increases preparedness
Defense Minister Morten Bødskov says that preparedness around Bornholm is now being increased.
The Norwegian Defense Forces have had a patrol ship in the area since yesterday.
The government cooperates with Denmark, Norway, Finland, Germany and the USA, says Andersson.
Andersson states that on Tuesday she spoke on the phone with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg about the matter.
She says that Norway has notified Sweden of increased drone activity in the North Sea.
MAGNETIC ANOMALIES DETECTED SUBMARINE IN THE AREA (177)
Some time between 26 - 30 Sept 2022 DK requests an urgent meeting with UK, NATO and EU officials on highest level. Official DK request:
UK - FIN MEETING ABOUT UK´S ATTACK ON KEY EUROPEAN INFRASTRUCTURE
On 27 Sept 2022 Rannikkolaivasto @rlaivasto: Last Tuesday (27-09-2022) @rlaivasto was honored to welcome the Nato Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Tim Radford (UK) to MLC Hämeenmaa.
On 27 Sept 2022 Rannikkolaivasto @rlaivasto: Last Tuesday (27-09-2022) @rlaivasto was honored to welcome the Nato Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Tim Radford (UK) to MLC Hämeenmaa.
On 27 Sept 2022 Minister of Defence @anttikaikkonen had a meeting today with the Nato Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Tim Radford (UK). Good discussions on:
- security situation
- Finland's NATO membership process
- Finland as a future NATO member
- security situation
- Finland's NATO membership process
- Finland as a future NATO member
POLA
SWEDEN MONITORING NORD STREAM LEAKS
On 27 Sept 2022 At 12:45 Moscow time a Swedish Air Force electronic intelligence aircraft 🇸🇪 #Gulfstream GIV SP (S102B Korpen) with tail number 102003, call sign #SVF623, took off from Linköping Air Base (ICAO: ESCF), is flying near the Kaliningrad Region 🇷🇺, in the Baltic Sea.
On 27 Sept 2022 Swedish SAR aircraft (SE-MAA) monitoring the Nord Stream gas leaks
On 27 Sept 2022 The Swedish Coastal Guard Salvage/Search & Rescue Vessel KBV 003 #Amfirite is close to the northern gas leaks
UKRAINE IS THE ONLY COUNTRY BLAMING RUSSIAN TERRORIST ACT
Andersson says that on Tuesday she spoke on the phone with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg about the matter.
"We do not speculate on motive and actor. What we can ascertain is that this is probably about sabotage," says Sweden's Minister for Foreign Affairs Ann Linde.
- "Now it is important that both the EU and NATO continue to stand together. It is our most important weapon", says Linde.
On 27 Sept 2022 - DK/SWE: Denmark, Sweden view Nord Stream leaks as 'sabotage'
Magdalena Andersson - "It is probably a matter of sabotage," Andersson said.
Like Frederiksen, she said "it was not a matter of an attack on Swedish or Danish territory".
Ukraine has put the blame firmly at the door of Russia.
"The large-scale 'gas leak' from Nord Stream 1 is nothing more than a terrorist attack planned by Russia and an act of aggression towards the EU," Kyiv's presidential advisor Mikhaylo Podolyak wrote on Twitter.
Separately, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia was "extremely concerned" by the reports of damage and that no option, including sabotage, could be excluded at the moment.
Separately, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia was "extremely concerned" by the reports of damage and that no option, including sabotage, could be excluded at the moment.
CHECKS THE REMINDER OPF THE PIPELINE IN GERMAN TERRITORIAL ZONE (145)
On 27 Sept 2022 Earlier today German frigate FGS Sachsen (F219) appears to have conducted a search off the island of Rügen, where Nord Stream 2 lands. From 0600 to 0830 UTC (gmt).
DIVERS FROM A SUBMARINE (138)
DIVERS FROM A SUBMARINE (138)
On 27 Sept 2022 According to Swedish and German state-TV & news - sabotage probably done on both pipelines by divers from an attack submarine. (the report was updated and now stating the leaks could have been caused by targeted attacks by submarines or navy divers)
NOTE This is consistent with the 29/09/2022 CNN news that there was a Russian submarine in the area week before the blast. The issue is, all Russian submarines were accounted for, so whose it was? Which "European Security Official" shared with CNN this news?
TRUSS SUPPORTS BRITS WHO TAKE UP ARMS AGAINST PUTIN
On 27 Sept 2022 UK’s Liz Truss: "I support Brits who take up arms against Putin"
On 27 Sept 2022 Pentagon’s Strategy Won’t Rule Out Nuclear Use Against Non-Nuclear Threats
NORFOLK - CENTER OF GRAVITY FOR COMBINED SEA POWER (120)
NORFOLK - CENTER OF GRAVITY FOR COMBINED SEA POWER (120)
On 27 Sept 2022 USNavyCNO - The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) - "I don’t think there is another city in the Alliance that is quite like @NorfolkVA. It’s not only a concentration area for U.S. naval forces, but also a center of gravity for combined sea power. #USNavy @CJOS_COE"
On 7 Sept 2022 - USA: Pentagon: CNO Delivers Remarks at Combined Joint Operations from the Sea Centre of Excellence Future Maritime Warfare Symposium *(Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday)
"Admiral Bauer … Admiral Dwyer … Fellow Heads of Navy … Shipmates … Good morning!
I hope you will all accept my regrets for not being able to attend in person today. Believe me when I tell you … I’d rather be down there in Norfolk …
For those of you visiting from overseas … welcome to the United States and welcome to Norfolk! And I know for many of you it is really just “welcome back.”
I don’t think there is another city in the Alliance that is quite like Norfolk. In my view, it is not only a concentration area for U.S. naval forces … but its also a center of gravity for combined sea power.
Both the People’s Republic of China and Russia are attempting to establish de facto sea control of strategic maritime regions in order to expand their influence … and jeopardize the free flow of goods, information, and energy.
(Ms. Krikorian is the Foreign Policy Advisor to the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Dwyer is a commander of US Second Fleet responsible for operations in the East Coast and North Atlantic Ocean.)"
THE JUNE´S WARNING (131)
On 27 Sept 2022 - USA: Details: The CIA warned of attacks on the gas pipelines. As recently as last weekend, Jan Christian Kaack, a senior commander in the German Navy, warned of attacks on infrastructure in the Baltic Sea.
US PROTECTING ALLIES AFTER WITHDRAWING FROM BALTIC SEA (111)
On 27 Sept 2022 - USA/LAT: U.S. Embassy Riga, @USEmbassyRiga: #AmbCarwile: "#HIMARS deployment reflects the U.S. commitment to enhancing our rotational deployments in the #Baltic States. We again reaffirm the unity and unwavering determination of the 🇺🇸 and #NATO Allies to defend every inch of NATO territory. This commitment is sacrosanct."
POLAND CALLS FOR INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION (030)
On 27 Sept 2022 Zbigniew Rau, @RauZbigniew: "Gas leakege in the Baltic Sea is of concern to all of us. We cannot exclude whether it was a man made disaster. We call for an independent investigation and remain in touch with our allies."
POLAND - DENMARK DIPLOMACY
On 27 Sept 2022 Minister @RauZbigniew spoke today with his 🇩🇰 counterpart, the Danish Minister of Foreign Affairs @JeppeKofod. The topic of the conversation between the Ministers of Foreign Affairs 🇵🇱 and 🇩🇰 were the explosions recorded in the Baltic Sea near the Nord Stream gas pipeline.
WHO SAID IT IS A "SABOTAGE" FIRST? (030)
ONLY UKRAINE ACCUSES RUSSIA DIRECTLY FOR CONDUCTING TERRORIST ACT
LEGAL (164, 165), ECONOMICAL (085), CRIMINAL (216) ASSESSMENT SPEAKS AGAINST UKRAINIAN INVOLVEMENT IN THE NORDSTREAM AFFAIR (045, 049)
On 27 Sept 2022 Three Nord Stream leaks: Ukraine blames Russia
Ukraine blames Russia for the leaks. “This is nothing other than an act of terrorism planned by Russia and an act of aggression against the EU,” wrote the external advisor to the Ukrainian presidential office, Mykhailo Podoljak, on the short message service Twitter on Tuesday. Moscow wants to destabilize the economic situation in Europe and create “panic before winter”.
Danish Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod contacted them and virtual meetings were planned for the evening. When asked what exactly happened, she said: "I don't want to speculate about it. You have to be very sure what happened and how it affects our security."
Russia does not see itself as capable of acting
But it is not just the current gas flow that is influenced by the war in Ukraine. Because of the sanctions against Russia, Nord Stream 2 AG sees its ability to investigate the causes limited: it is under sanctions, hardly has any personnel left and funds are frozen, said the spokesman. "The authorities are all informed." As far as Lissek knows, there are no Nord Stream 2 AG employees in Lubmin, the town where the pipeline lands in Germany. It was also said that you couldn't place any orders because you couldn't pay for them and you had to see where you could get information from.
Shortly before the Russian attack on Ukraine, the USA had imposed sanctions on Nord Stream 2 AG and made all business with the Swiss-based company impossible. Only recently was an impending bankruptcy averted again.
On 27 Sept 2022 Ukraine, Podolyak: Gas Leaks on Nord Stream 1 Pipeline is Russia’s Terrorist Attack“Gas leak from NS-1 is nothing more that a terrorist attack planned by Russia and an act of aggression towards EU. Russia wants to destabilize economic situation in Europe and cause pre-winter panic. The best response and security investment – tanks for Ukraine. Especially German ones…,” Podolyak wrote.
FRANCE FIRES DIRECTOR OF INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY (194)
On 27 Sept 2022 On September 26, 2022, in the presence of Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu, Lieutenant General Eric Bucquet received tributes in the courtyard of Les Invalides for the 36 years he devoted to serving the Nation in the Armed Forces. The Ministry of the Armed Forces has appointed General Philippe Susnjana as successor in his role as Director of the Defense Intelligence and Security Directorate (DRSD).
On 27 Sept 2022 Farewell to arms of the GCA Eric Bucquet, Director of Intelligence and Security of Defense. 39 years in the service of the 🇨🇵 . From the marine troops to the DGSE and @La_DRSD intelligence services, General Bucquet's career is a source of inspiration for all.
AWARDS, PROMOTIONS AND DEMOTIONS IN THE NORDSTREAM AFFAIR (194)
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA/PL/LAT/LIT/EE: PMs of 🇵🇱, 🇱🇹, 🇱🇻, 🇪🇪 won @CEPA's Transatlantic Leadership Award.
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: [The Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, public policy institution based in Washington DC]: We are proud to present the 2022 @CEPA Transatlantic Leadership Award to @kajakallas (EST), @krisjaniskarins (LAT), @IngridaSimonyte (LIT), & @MorawieckiM (PL) for their steadfast support of Ukraine and exceptional contributions to strengthening the transatlantic alliance. #MeetTheMoment
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: Estonian Embassy US, @Estonia_in_US: Estonian🇪🇪 PM, @kajakallas receiving CEPA’s 2022 Transatlantic Leadership Award: "Transatlantic community has shown unprecedented unity in purpose and in action, but RU will keep testing us - we must not give in one inch. This is the time to show resolve, not appeasement."
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: We are honored to present the CEPA’s 2022 Transatlantic Leadership Award to @krisjaniskarins (Latvian former Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs) for their support of Ukraine and exceptional contributions to strengthening the transatlantic alliance. They are a leading example of how allies across the Atlantic can #MeetTheMoment.
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: We are delighted to present the CEPA’s 2022 Transatlantic Leadership Award to @IngridaSimonyte (Prime Minister of the Republic of Lithuania). As Putin’s war against Ukraine continues, we commend their outstanding contributions to strengthening the transatlantic alliance and their steadfast commitments to #MeetTheMoment.
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: We are thrilled to present the CEPA’s 2022 Transatlantic Leadership Award to @MorawieckiM (Member of Parliament of the Republic of Poland,) for astounding contributions to the support of Ukraine. Their leadership in the face of authoritarian threats is a shining example of how countries across the globe can #MeetTheMoment.
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: Now is the time for the US and @NATO to develop comprehensive strategies and implementation plans for those strategies to deter further Russian aggression in the region and encourage the development of both NATO and partner nations in the Black Sea Region.
On 27 Sept 2022 - CEPA: There are also critical steps for the United States to take.
◾️A US strategy for the region must state the case for the strategic value of the region to the US public.
◾️The US must lead NATO in the commitment of rotational forces to the region.
NATO DETER&DEFENT
A BASE POSTURING WHICH KEEPS ALLIANCE TOGETHER
ROGUE NATO MEMBER CONDUCTED NORDSTREAM OPERATION
US NAVY AND SPANISH NAVY COOPERATION
NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) departed Naval Station Rota, Spain, on Sept. 28, 2022, marking the end of its time as a Forward Deployed Naval Forces-Europe (FDNF-E) destroyer.
On 27 - 29 Sept 2022 U.S. and Spain: Allied Nations Strengthen Interoperability in the Ionian Sea
IONIAN SEA – Spanish and U.S. Navy Sailors capped off two days of combined operations with aircraft flying over the Spanish Navy ship ESPS Juan Carlos I (LHD 61) and the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) in the Ionian Sea, Sept. 27, 2022.
“The past couple of days were a great opportunity to spend time with our long-time friends and allies, the Spanish Navy, both in person and through our operations,” said Rear Adm. Dennis Velez, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, George H.W. Bush CSG (GHWBCSG). “Building on existing relationships is critical as we remain vigilant to deter, defend, and when necessary, fight to protect a strong, free, and prosperous future built on a foundation of shared values, experiences, and vision.”
Both days saw Sailors cross-decking between the capital ships, including Rear Adm. Gonzalo Villar Rodriguez, commander, Spanish Expeditionary Strike Group, embarking George H.W. Bush with the commanding officers of ESPS Juan Carlos I (L61), ESPS Castilla (L52), and ESPS Navarra (F80). During their time aboard, they visited with Velez, as well as senior leadership across the GHWBCSG.
US REPLACES NAVAL COOPERATION WITH UK TO WORKING WITH ALLIES
SPANISH KING VISITS CENTRAL COMMAND
On 27 Sept 2022 Royal Central, @RoyalCentral: King Felipe will visit the Central Command and Control Group (GRUCEMAC), the Space Surveillance Operations Center (COVE) and the Center for
Aerospace Observation Systems (CESAEROB).
On 27 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: "What is known about gas leakages from Nord Streams"
UK SHIPS ON OWN MISSIONS, ALONE
On 27 Sept 2022 - UK: HMS Somerset (F82) Duke-class frigate (tentative) in Stavanger, Norway
On 27 Sept 2022 - UK: A Royal Navy amphibious response force has sailed for the Mediterranean on a European security mission alongside NATO allies and partners.
ONCE ESTONIA FIND OUT WHO DID IT THEY SEND HALF UK CONTINGENT HOME
On 27 Sept 2022 The UK and Estonia have been conducting maritime operations in the Baltic Sea. Interoperability is a key component of #JEFtogether, ten nations working across a range of different roles for the benefit of all.
HOW TO DEFINE THE EVENT? (046)
WHO SAID "IT IS A SABOTAGE FIRST"? (030)
LEYEN AND FREDRIKSEN DISCUSSIONS
On 27 Sept 2022 Leyen: "Spoke to @Statsmin Frederiksen on the sabotage action #Nordstream.
Paramount to now investigate the incidents, get full clarity on events & why.
Any deliberate disruption of active European energy infrastructure is unacceptable & will lead to the strongest possible response."
On 27 Sept 2022 Leyen: "Spoke to @Statsmin Frederiksen on the sabotage action #Nordstream.
Paramount to now investigate the incidents, get full clarity on events & why.
Any deliberate disruption of active European energy infrastructure is unacceptable & will lead to the strongest possible response."
BERLIN´S STOCKHOLM SYNDROME
HABECK HOPES FOR ALTERNATIVE SOURCES
On 27 Sept 2022 The world's largest wind energy trade fair is underway in Hamburg, presenting the latest technological developments & innovations. Opening #WindEnergyHamburg, Economics Minister Habeck stressed: The importance of wind energy & the expansion of renewables is more urgent than ever.
MANAGEMENT OF ALLIES
US BALTIC DIALOGUE WITH EU DELEGATION
On 27 - 28 Sept 2022 - USA/LIT: U.S. Embassy Vilnius, @USEmbVilnius: Principal Director for European & #NATO Policy Winternitz of @DeptofDefense & DA/S Jones of @StateEUR led 🇺🇸 delegation to #Latvia for U.S.-Baltic Dialogue. Among topics discussed: Russia-Ukraine conflict, the PRC & U.S. force posture in Baltics
US BALTIC DIALOGUE WITH EU DELEGATION
On 27 - 28 Sept 2022 - USA/LIT: U.S. Embassy Vilnius, @USEmbVilnius: Principal Director for European & #NATO Policy Winternitz of @DeptofDefense & DA/S Jones of @StateEUR led 🇺🇸 delegation to #Latvia for U.S.-Baltic Dialogue. Among topics discussed: Russia-Ukraine conflict, the PRC & U.S. force posture in Baltics
DID THE PLOT HAD A PACIFIC PART?
AUSTRALIAN - SWEDISH, FINNISH AND LATVIAN DIPLOMACY
On 27 Sept 2022 Australian Embassy to Sweden, @AusAmbSE, Finland & Latvia: Great to catch up with General Micael Bydén, Supreme Commander of the Swedish Armed Forces, to discuss growing 🇦🇺 🇸🇪 defence cooperation & shared strategic challenges.
SOUTH KOREA
On 27 Sept 2022 The @USNavy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), conducts a fueling-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler, USNS Yukon (T-AO 202), in the waters east of the Korean Peninsula
On 27 Sept 2022 Distinguished visitors conducted a ship tour of the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in waters east of the Korean Peninsula.
On 27 Sept 2022 Vice President Kamala Harris: In my meeting with Prime Minister Han of the Republic of Korea, we discussed how our strong economic relationship is delivering results for the American and Korean people—from strengthening supply chains to investing in high-tech manufacturing in the United States.
On 27 Sept 2022 - USA: Virginia-class nuclear attack submarine coming into Norfolk, Virginia for a personnel transfer
On 27 Sept 2022 - USA: Virginia-class nuclear attack submarine leaving Pearl Harbor
DID TRUSS BREAK NPT? (096)
On 27 Sept 2022 - USA: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre 9/26/22 Transcript
Speaker 4: (16:16)
"And with the warnings that we saw from Jake Sullivan, Tony Blinken, all of these figures yesterday, about the catastrophic warnings that they say that they’ve communicated to Russia if Russia chooses to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, does the United States believe that, even if it’s still low, does it believe the chances of Russia using nuclear weapons is higher now than it was in February, in March, given what’s happened on the battlefield?"
Karine Jean-Pierre: (16:39)
"So, as far as any evidence or the chances, look, we haven’t seen that at this time. We take these threats, though, very seriously. But we have not seen any reason to adjust our own nuclear posture at this time. So, again, haven’t seen any evidence of it. But we take this incredibly seriously."
Speaker 8: (27:11)
"Thank you. Does President Biden share Zelenskyy’s assessment that Putin is not, quote, “bluffing” when it comes to his threats about nuclear weapons?"
Karine Jean-Pierre: (27:21)
"So I mean, we’ve been very clear on this. The Putin’s nuclear threat against Europe are irresponsible, and it’s reckless. You’ve heard the president say this. You’ve heard the National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, he was most recently on a few Sunday shows. And the consequences of nuclear use would be disastrous for Russia and the world, and Russia would be a pariah on the world stage."
Karine Jean-Pierre: (27:47)
"This is not new rhetoric. We have heard this before from Russia. We have heard this before from Mr. Putin. They have made these threats before, over the course of this conflict, this past six months or more. We, of course, take it seriously. Again, we take this very, very seriously."
Karine Jean-Pierre: (28:04)
"Though I would add that Russia itself has said many times that a nuclear war cannot be won and should never be fought. This is something that they have said, including earlier this year in the P5 joint statement. As the president made clear, any use of nuclear weapons on any scale should be and would be disastrous for the world and would entail severe consequences."
Speaker 8: (28:31)
"Well, and regarding these catastrophic consequences that Link and Sullivan, yourself, have said would occur if there are nuclear weapons used, I mean, can we assume that these would be consequences beyond sanctions, that there would be some sort of a military response? What more can you say on what catastrophic consequences mean?"
Karine Jean-Pierre: (28:55)
"Jake Sullivan said this yesterday, as well, is that we have had private conversations. The NSC and his team has had private conversations and communicated privately directly to the Russians, and they understand that. They understand exactly what those consequences would be. We are not going to lay that out in the public. We are not going to have these negotiations or share these conversations in public. But again, to reiterate what our national security advisor said just yesterday is that they have made that very clear and spoken directly to the Russians and they understand."
Speaker 8: (29:38)
"Are there any plans for President Biden to relay that directly to Putin in some way?"
Karine Jean-Pierre: (29:43)
"We don’t have any calls to preview at this time. Welcome back."
WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 2022
RUSSIA OPENS CRIMINAL CASE UNDER INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM
On 28 Sept 2022 The Russian Federation opened a criminal case under an article on international terrorism (part 1 of Article 361 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation).
ONLY A NUCLEAR STATE COULD HAVE GUTS TO ATTCK RUSSIAN KEY ASSETS
On 28 Sept 2022 UN Security Council to meet Friday on damage to Nord Stream gas pipelines
UK LAUNCHES ANDROMEDA COVER UP STORY (214)
On 28 Sept 2022 Guardian: British sources said they believed it may not be possible to determine what occurred with certainty. One UK insider speculated that any explosions were unlikely to have been caused by a submarine or underwater vehicle, because their presence would have been detected in the relatively shallow Baltic waters. Sections of the pipelines are between 80 metres and 110 metres deep.
An alternative scenario could be that mines were dropped from a disguised commercial vessel days or weeks ahead of the attack, then remotely detonated to cause the explosions. But the latter scenario was entirely hypothetical, they stressed.
AFTER BLOWING NORDSTREAM UK TO PROTECT OTHER EUROPE´S ENERGY SECURITY (002, 105, 107)
On 28 Sept 2022 The UK will work alongside our European partners to protect Europe’s energy security. We await findings of ongoing investigations into leaks in the Nord Stream gas pipelines, following allegations that they may have been the result of sabotage.
On 28 Sept 2022 Where is Liz Truss? Our prime minister has gone missing. We haven’t heard from Truss since she spoke in the graveyard slot at the United Nations, overnight, a week ago. It was Kwasi Kwarteng’s who announced his emergency Budget on Friday
On 28 Sept 2022 On her twitter: "I spoke to President @ZelenskyyUa earlier to underline steadfast support in light of Russia’s sham referendums, which we will never recognise. I thanked him for helping secure the release of 5 British nationals & discussed ways to protect Ukrainian gas supplies.
Putin must fail."
On 28 Sept 2022 Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський: "@ZelenskyyUa Had a phone conversation with 🇬🇧 PM @trussliz. The UK has always been among the leaders in supporting Ukraine. We expect London’s leadership in reaction to Russian sham referenda as well. Defense and financial aid to Ukraine must be enhanced in response."
MAJOR ESCALATION WHICH SHOWS READINESS TO ESCALATE FURTHER
On 28 Sept 2022 Sweden’s domestic security agency said Wednesday it was investigating the pipeline ruptures and that it couldn’t be ruled out “that a foreign power is behind it.”
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said allegations that Russia would have sabotaged its own pipelines were “predictable and stupid.”
BRITISH PRESS
THE ORIGIN OF "REMOTELY DETONATED" (092)
Coming on top of the apparent sabotage to the Nord Stream gas pipelines, “that means a major escalation and readiness to escalate,” said Agata Loskot-Strachota, senior fellow in energy policy at the Center for Eastern Studies in Warsaw.
THE ORIGIN OF "REMOTELY DETONATED" (092)
THE ORIGIN OF US POSEIDON P-8A FLIGHT CLAIM USED BY HERSH (135)
On 28 Sept 2022 Sky news: Leaks to Nord Stream pipelines were likely a premeditated attack using explosive devices detonated remotely, says British defence source
NOTE that Poseidon Flights started already on 12st of September and Magnetic Anomalies were found. (177, 181, 182, 009, 012, 019, 232, 236)
On 28 Sept 2022 US Navy orders 126,000 air-launched sonobuoys to detect underwater sounds in anti-submarine warfare (ASW). Navy aircraft drop patterns of sonobuoys, which relay information back to the aircraft by radio link, to determine the locations of enemy submarines.
NOTE: Was the UK MoD hinting that US made sono-buoys could be found near Bornholm as US was conducting daily Poseidon flights near Bornholm?
On 28 Sept 2022 "More than eighty years on from the Atlantic Charter, this alliance has never been more important." Prime Minister @trussliz opened #AFF22 this morning, emphasizing the importance of our shared values and the UK-US alliance.
On 28 Sept 022 U.S. Embassy London, @USAinUK: “The special relationship between the UK & U.S. has no greater expression than in the singular bond that unites our nations’ sea services.” - @USNavyCNO writes in todays @Telegraph about our shared imperative to navigate this critical decade together
THE USA PROTECTED THE PERPETRATOR BY KEEPING NATO TOGETHER (094)
On 28 Sept 2022 US Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro: "It’s great to be back in my hometown of #NYC for the @FutureAtlantic . Thank you @FirstSeaLord & @MartinJConnell for welcoming me aboard the @RoyalNavy flagship @HMSQNLZ for this incredibly important event. #AFF22"
On 28 Sept 2022 US Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro: "It was an honor to present a Legion of Merit (Degree of Commander) to @AdmTonyRadakin_ for his meritorious service as @RoyalNavy #FirstSeaLord from 2019 to 2021. His diligent work then and continued efforts as Chief of Defence Staff strengthens our ironclad bilateral alliance."
CEPA (194)
THE AFF - PLATFORM FOR NORDSTREAM AFFAIR PR MANAGEMENT (100)
On 28 Sept 2022 Deputy Secretary Kurt Campbell, @DeputySecState: "Grateful for the opportunity to address U.S. Allies and partners at the @CEPA Forum today. As Putin doubles down on his illegal, unprovoked war, we stand resolutely with the people of Ukraine as they fight for their country."
On 28 Sept 2022 Trade Secretary hails role of free trade in global security at transatlantic defence summit. "The US is our single most important trade, defence and security partner," Badenoch
On 28 Sept 2022 Trade Secretary hails role of free trade in global security at transatlantic defence summit. "The US is our single most important trade, defence and security partner," Badenoch
On 28 Sept 2022 U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet @USNavyEurope: "Strengthening allied relationships! 🇺🇸-🇬🇧 Adm. Stuart B. Munsch, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, visits with @USNavy Ensigns attending @UniofOxford and tours @HertfordCollege during an academic leadership engagement in Oxford, United Kingdom. #StrongerTogether"
CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMIT
On 28 Sept 2022 U.S. Department of Defense: Readout of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs Remarks at Critical Infrastructure Security Summit
HARD TALKS BETWEEN THE WHISTLEBLOWER AND THE PERPETRATOR
On 28 Sept 2022 - NOR/UK: Norwegian Defence Minister Bjørn Arild Gram @Bjornarildgram visits British Embassy Oslo
On 28 Sept 2022 - NOR: PST, Norwegian Police Security Service, @PSTnorge: PST change the terror threat level in Norway from level 4 (HØY) to level 3 (MODERAT) [previous LGBT attack/shooting]
EYE FOR EYE, PIPELINE FOR PIPELINE
NORWAY WORRIES ABOUT RUSSIAN RETALIATATION
THEIR LARGEST AND BIGGEST CUSTOMER IS THE PERPETRATOR
SOME OF JOIN PIPELINES ARE IN LESS PROTECTED EXCLUSIVE ECONOMIC ZONES
On 28 Sept 2022 Norway to deploy military to protect its oil and gas installations
Norway is the third largest exporter of natural gas in the world, behind Russia and Qatar. About 95 per cent of Norwegian gas production is exported via pipelines directly to the EU and UK. Norway primarily pipes its gas to receiving terminals in Britain, Germany, France and Belgium and late in 2022 also opened a new pipeline to Poland via Denmark. Norway is typically the UK's largest gas supplier. In 2021, the UK imported £14.5 billion of gas from Norway, which accounted for 77% of all gas imports.
NORWAY TILTS TO SABOTAGE NARRATIVE
STØRE: "EUROPE AND NATO MUST STAND TOGETHER"
NORWAY, SWEDEN AND DENMARK MODERATE THROUGH NATO
On 28 Sept 2022 - NOR: Statement by Prime Minister Støre at a press conference about the gas leak in the Baltic Sea. On Monday, significant damage was discovered on the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines that go from Russia to Europe. The information we have received has reinforced suspicions that the damage is the result of a deliberate act of sabotage. My Swedish and Danish colleagues have indicated that they have drawn the same conclusion, based on what we know now. This potential act of sabotage has taken place against a backdrop of war and an energy crisis in Europe.
Over the past few days I have been in close contact with my Nordic colleagues, the German Chancellor, the President of the European Commission, NATO’s Secretary General and other allies about this incident and how to respond. The EU has issued a statement, and the matter is being discussed today in the North Atlantic Council.
The message we have communicated to our allies is consistent with what has been said by the Danish and Swedish authorities:
We view this as a very serious situation. This appears to have been a deliberate act of sabotage.
Norway is aware of the special responsibilities it has to safeguard security on the Norwegian continental shelf, and as Europe’s largest supplier of gas.
It is now crucial for Europe and NATO to stand together.
We must determine exactly what has happened and who is behind it, but this may take some time.
Even though there are no indications of any direct threats specifically aimed at Norway, the Government has taken steps to strengthen preparedness since the war broke out.
Funding has been allocated for a new centre to promote closer cooperation between the police and PST on understanding threats and on how to optimise use of their respective policy instruments to address those threats.
Over the past few days I have been in close contact with my Nordic colleagues, the German Chancellor, the President of the European Commission, NATO’s Secretary General and other allies about this incident and how to respond. The EU has issued a statement, and the matter is being discussed today in the North Atlantic Council.
The message we have communicated to our allies is consistent with what has been said by the Danish and Swedish authorities:
We view this as a very serious situation. This appears to have been a deliberate act of sabotage.
Norway is aware of the special responsibilities it has to safeguard security on the Norwegian continental shelf, and as Europe’s largest supplier of gas.
It is now crucial for Europe and NATO to stand together.
We must determine exactly what has happened and who is behind it, but this may take some time.
Even though there are no indications of any direct threats specifically aimed at Norway, the Government has taken steps to strengthen preparedness since the war broke out.
Funding has been allocated for a new centre to promote closer cooperation between the police and PST on understanding threats and on how to optimise use of their respective policy instruments to address those threats.
CLASSIFIED INFORMATION AVAILABLE FOR KEY COMPANIES (217)
LEGAL VULNERABILITY OF PRIVATE UNDERSEA INFRASTRUCTURE IN EEZ (051)
On 28 Sept 2022 Equinor and Gassco placed under the Safety Act: - Naturally, we step up preparedness
Key companies in the oil industry must cooperate more closely with the authorities. - Can access classified information, says Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
According to the Petroleum Act, it is the operators on the shelf who are responsible for the safety measures on platforms and land facilities.
Now important players and the government will work together more closely. Central companies in the oil sector are partially subject to the Act on National Security (the Security Act), Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre (Ap) told a press conference on Wednesday.
The government has also decided that "transport of gas in pipes to Europe" should also be understood as a fundamental national function. It reflects today's threat picture.
Then I will repeat this. We have no concrete indications that there are direct threats to Norwegian oil and gas installations, let me emphasize that, but both the companies and the Norwegian authorities are working closely together to strengthen security.
The incidents in the Baltic Sea meant that the government yesterday decided to further strengthen preparedness related to infrastructure, land facilities and installations on the Norwegian continental shelf.
Not only to prevent such an incident as we saw in the Baltic Sea, but also other possible threats that could still come via the internet or in other ways.
Earlier today, it became known that Equinor and several other companies have raised the alert level at their facilities. It happened after the Petroleum Safety Authority sent out a message on Monday, asking both operators and shipowners on the Norwegian continental shelf to be extra vigilant.
NORWAY AND FRANCE IN TALKS ABOUT PERPETRATOR AND ENERGY SECURITY
On 28 Sept 2022 Excellent conversation with @EmmanuelMacron about the situation in Europe. Relations 🇳🇴 - 🇫🇷 are very strong, and we support 🇺🇦 together. The very complicated energy situation requires in-depth cooperation to find good solutions.
Key companies in the oil industry must cooperate more closely with the authorities. - Can access classified information, says Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
According to the Petroleum Act, it is the operators on the shelf who are responsible for the safety measures on platforms and land facilities.
Now important players and the government will work together more closely. Central companies in the oil sector are partially subject to the Act on National Security (the Security Act), Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre (Ap) told a press conference on Wednesday.
The government has also decided that "transport of gas in pipes to Europe" should also be understood as a fundamental national function. It reflects today's threat picture.
Then I will repeat this. We have no concrete indications that there are direct threats to Norwegian oil and gas installations, let me emphasize that, but both the companies and the Norwegian authorities are working closely together to strengthen security.
The incidents in the Baltic Sea meant that the government yesterday decided to further strengthen preparedness related to infrastructure, land facilities and installations on the Norwegian continental shelf.
Not only to prevent such an incident as we saw in the Baltic Sea, but also other possible threats that could still come via the internet or in other ways.
Earlier today, it became known that Equinor and several other companies have raised the alert level at their facilities. It happened after the Petroleum Safety Authority sent out a message on Monday, asking both operators and shipowners on the Norwegian continental shelf to be extra vigilant.
NORWAY AND FRANCE IN TALKS ABOUT PERPETRATOR AND ENERGY SECURITY
On 28 Sept 2022 Excellent conversation with @EmmanuelMacron about the situation in Europe. Relations 🇳🇴 - 🇫🇷 are very strong, and we support 🇺🇦 together. The very complicated energy situation requires in-depth cooperation to find good solutions.
MANAGING SECURITY SITUATION CHALLENGES
THE ROLE OF NATO - JFCB, MIGLIETTA IN THE COVER-UP (195)
THE ROLE OF NATO - JFCB, MIGLIETTA IN THE COVER-UP (195)
On 28 Sept 2022 NATO Joint Force Command Brunssum - JFCBS: Representatives of Allied & Partner Nations HQs have gathered at JFCBS to optimize current defensive plans. The event has enabled JFCBS & other HQs to reinforce existing relationships & build stronger tactical plans.
On 28 Sept 2022 General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Commander of Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum, visited @DowOperSZ. During the meeting with the operational commander of the RSZ, the generals discussed the current security situation in the region and further cooperation between the Commands.
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA: U.S. European Command, @US_EUCOM Handshake of an ally: @hqmndn Commander MG Flemming Mathiasen met with @US_EUCOM 's BG Edward Vaughan to discuss integrating force elements in warfighting & exchange perspectives on enhancing readiness & operational capabilities.
On 28 Sept 2022 General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Commander of Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum, visited @DowOperSZ. During the meeting with the operational commander of the RSZ, the generals discussed the current security situation in the region and further cooperation between the Commands.
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA: U.S. European Command, @US_EUCOM Handshake of an ally: @hqmndn Commander MG Flemming Mathiasen met with @US_EUCOM 's BG Edward Vaughan to discuss integrating force elements in warfighting & exchange perspectives on enhancing readiness & operational capabilities.
JENS STOLTENBERG COVERS UP FOR THE PERPETRATOR
KEEPS THE FRACTURED NATO AND TRANS-ATLANTIC RELATIONSHIP ALIVE
On 28 Sept 2022 Visit to NATO by the Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Denmark
On Wednesday, 28 September 2022, the NATO Secretary General, Mr. Jens Stoltenberg, will meet with the Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Denmark, Mr. Morten Bødskov, at NATO Headquarters.
There will be no media opportunity. Photographs will be available on the NATO website after the event.
On Wednesday, 28 September 2022, the NATO Secretary General, Mr. Jens Stoltenberg, will meet with the Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Denmark, Mr. Morten Bødskov, at NATO Headquarters.
There will be no media opportunity. Photographs will be available on the NATO website after the event.
JENS SHARES DETAILS OF UK´S LONG TERM MISSION PLANNING
CAREFUL PLANNING OF NORDSTREAM ATTACK,
IN REMOTE AREA, MINIMALIZING COLLATERAL DAMAGE
On 28 Sept 2022 - DK/NATO: Denmark, Morten Bødskov: Good meeting and 100% support for Denmark from @NATO general secretary @jensstoltenberg. The explosions were not a coincidence. They were carefully planned.
BEYOND UKRAINE & CAREFULLY PLANNED
FRAMING OF EVENT "IT IS A SABOTAGE" PR MANAGEMENT (030)
AUSTING & JENS STOLTENBERG´S ROLE IN THE COVER-UP (183)
MANAGING ALLY´S COMPLECENCY - DENMARK (094)
On 28 Sept 2022 Minister of Defence @mfMorten met today with @jensstoltenberg in @NATO HQ to discuss the incidents in the #BalticSea. The protection of critical infrastructure is crucial - coordinating closely with Allies on next steps #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether
On 28 Sept 2022: Shoulder to shoulder! Full support for Denmark from @NATO. General secretary @jensstoltenberg: "This is not an accident. The explosions were carefully planned, targeted and very powerful. Work on contact with our allies continues. #dkpol #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether"
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA: US national security adviser Jake Sullivan and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg have now both characterized the incident as an act of sabotage, but European officials have not yet publicly identified a culprit.
On 28 Sept 2022 Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Denmark's Minister of Defense Morten Bødskov. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III called Danish Minister for Defence Morten Bødskov today to discuss the recent Nord Stream pipeline explosions near the Danish island of Bornholm. Secretary Austin offered his full support to Denmark as it begins to investigate the explosions. The United States remains committed to Baltic Sea Security and its longstanding Ally, Denmark.
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA/DK: Jake Sullivan: I spoke to my counterpart Jean-Charles Ellermann-Kingombe of Denmark about the apparent sabotage of Nord Stream pipelines. The U.S. is supporting efforts to investigate and we will continue our work to safeguard Europe’s energy security.'
USA, GERMANY, EU AND NATO
SAME PEOPLE WHO SAY "IT IS A SABOTAGE"
PROCLAIM: "SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE MUST CONTINUE"
DESPITE NATO MEMBER ATTACKING KEY INFRASTRUCTURE OF OTHERMEMBERS
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA/UA/NATO: Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Dr. William A. LaPlante chaired the first meeting of the National Armaments Directors (NADs) from member nations of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) on September 28 in Brussels. He was joined by NADs and representatives from 45 nations, the European Union, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA: Biden approves an additional $1.1 billion in security assistance for Ukraine. The Biden administration announced $1.1 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine on Wednesday, bringing the U.S. commitment to more than $16.2 billion since Russia’s invasion in late February. The announcement of the upcoming aid package, the 22nd such installment, follows referendums held in four Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine that are backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
On 28 Sept 2022 - GER: Scholz: In the wake of sham referendums, Chancellor Scholz called President @ZelenskyyUa to offer our continued political, financial and humanitarian support. @Bundeskanzler also assured further weapon deliveries to protect #Ukraine's territorial sovereignty.
EU AND NATO CONSPIRE TOGETHER TO KEEP THE SECRET CONCEALED
On 28 Sept 2022 - NATO/EU: Chairman of the EU Military Committee, @ChairmanEUMC: "#EU #NATO came a long way in #cooperation Yet, today' scenario demands more pragmatic-joint approach in facing successfully common threats: exchange of information, aligned defence planning, converging strategies-tactics. Great debate with @CMC_NATO. @EUdefence"
On 28 Sept 2022 - NATO/EU: @CMC_NATO: For decades, #EU & #NATO have demonstrated an ability to adapt to new circumstances. To use crises to carve out new pathways in the dark woods of our bureaucracies. And to keep fighting for democratic values and the rule of law.
SHE KNEW WHO DID IT BEFORE IT HAPPENED
On 28 Sept 2022 - EU: European Commission @EU_Commission, Von der Leyen - Russia is using the profits from the sale of fossil fuels to finance its war. Today we are laying the legal basis for an oil price cap. It will help reduce Russia's revenues and keep global energy markets stable.
"Russia has escalated the invasion of Ukraine to a new level... And we are determined to make the Kremlin pay the price for this further escalation..2) Further restriction of trade: New import bans on Russian products, depriving the 🇷🇺 economy of €7 billion in revenues... A legal basis for an oil price cap. Some developing countries still need some Russian oil supplies, at low-prices. This cap will help reduce Russia’s revenues and keep global energy markets stable."
On 28 Sept 2022 - EU: Von der Leyen: "Any deliberate disruption of active European energy infrastructure is unacceptable and will lead to the strongest possible response," she said.
NOTE she mentions active, she hints to Russian retaliation, she is fine with the UK blowing up Key European Infrastructure. Both Nord Stream pipeline projects were not delivering gas at the moment of the attack.
NOTE she mentions active, she hints to Russian retaliation, she is fine with the UK blowing up Key European Infrastructure. Both Nord Stream pipeline projects were not delivering gas at the moment of the attack.
On 28 Sept 2022 - EU: The Brief — Beware of sabotage acts. Both European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel have called it sabotage, while the EU’s chief diplomat Joseph Borrell said “these incidents are not a coincidence” and “all available information indicates those leaks are the result of a deliberate act”.
On 28 Sept 2022 - GER: Underwater Critical Infrastructure Unprotected. The threat to the underwater infrastructure was not a secret. Last week, talking with Die Welt newspaper, German Navy inspector, Admiral Jan Kaack, noted that at the bottom of the Baltic Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, there are many elements of critical infrastructure such as pipelines or underwater IT cables.
He did not make a specific reference to the sabotage of the two Nord Stream pipelines, but Kaack told the Die Welt: “There is a reason why Russian underwater or surface units are in the area of these cables.” (110, 113, 081, 144)
Underwater Critical Infrastructure
The two Nord Stream pipes are part of a complex network of critical infrastructure elements on the bottom of the seas, an infrastructure which has attracted the attention of the military and of emergency planners in the civilian sector. Among the notable critical infrastructure elements on the bottom of the Baltic Sea:
· High-voltage cables such as NordBalt cable between Sweden and Lithuania (220)
The two Nord Stream pipes are part of a complex network of critical infrastructure elements on the bottom of the seas, an infrastructure which has attracted the attention of the military and of emergency planners in the civilian sector. Among the notable critical infrastructure elements on the bottom of the Baltic Sea:
· High-voltage cables such as NordBalt cable between Sweden and Lithuania (220)
· The 1172-kilometer C-Lion connection which runs from Finland to Germany
· Russia undersea cables, which connect St. Petersburg to the Kaliningrad region via a cable of around 1100 kilometers. (144)
· Russia undersea cables, which connect St. Petersburg to the Kaliningrad region via a cable of around 1100 kilometers. (144)
SCHOLZ PLANS MEETING MACRON ABOUT NORDSTREAM
SCHOLZ AND MACRON DISCUSS EUROPEAN ENERGY SECURITY (047)
GERMANY AND NATO - COORDINATION AND COOPERATION
On 28 Sept 2022 - GER/NATO: Bundeswehr auf Telegram: Sicherheit Armee Polizei
@BundeswehrTg: RT @ChairmanEUMC: "#EU #NATO came a long way in #cooperation Yet, today' scenario demands more pragmatic-joint approach in facing successfully common threats: exchange of information, aligned defence planning, converging strategies-tactics. Great debate with @CMC_NATO. @EUdef"
NETHERLAND: OLLONGREN IS BRIEFED
PROTECTING THE ALLIANCE
On 28 Sept 2022 Minister Ollongren visits NATO flagship Zr.Ms. Tromp
Together with the commander of the frigate, she updated the minister on current developments within the NATO fleet and the security situation at sea.
Ollongren emphasized the importance of the deployment of the Tromp and SNMG1. “It is important that we make a robust contribution to NATO fleets. These are the fastest deployable units at sea to protect the alliance...”
On 28 Sept 2022 Netherlands Minister of Defence visited #SNMG1 Flag Ship Tromp during exercise #DynamicMessenger expressing the importance of NATO maritime forces, providing safety and security at sea. #WeAreNATO
KEEPING TRANS-ATLANTIC ALLIANCE TOGETHER
DUTCH ROB BAUER MANAGES ALLIES THROUGH NATO
@BundeswehrTg: RT @ChairmanEUMC: "#EU #NATO came a long way in #cooperation Yet, today' scenario demands more pragmatic-joint approach in facing successfully common threats: exchange of information, aligned defence planning, converging strategies-tactics. Great debate with @CMC_NATO. @EUdef"
NETHERLAND: OLLONGREN IS BRIEFED
PROTECTING THE ALLIANCE
On 28 Sept 2022 Minister Ollongren visits NATO flagship Zr.Ms. Tromp
Together with the commander of the frigate, she updated the minister on current developments within the NATO fleet and the security situation at sea.
Ollongren emphasized the importance of the deployment of the Tromp and SNMG1. “It is important that we make a robust contribution to NATO fleets. These are the fastest deployable units at sea to protect the alliance...”
On 28 Sept 2022 Netherlands Minister of Defence visited #SNMG1 Flag Ship Tromp during exercise #DynamicMessenger expressing the importance of NATO maritime forces, providing safety and security at sea. #WeAreNATO
ITALY VISITS THE PERPETRATOR
On 28 Sept 2022 - ITA: ITS Andrea Doria arriving into @HMNBPortsmouth this morning.
KEEPING TRANS-ATLANTIC ALLIANCE TOGETHER
DUTCH ROB BAUER MANAGES ALLIES THROUGH NATO
On 28 Sept 2022: BLG/NATO: Belgium at NATO, @BelgiumNATO: "One of the first tasks of a new Ambassador to NATO is of course to meet some of the many people that are part of our #NATO family! This week, Amb. Petridis met Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Rob Bauer @CMC_NATO. Let's keep our Alliance safe together"
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA/PL Former Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski thanks US for damaging Nord Stream
According to Radoslav Sikorsky, it limits Russia's room for maneuver
"A small thing, but so much joy," he said on Twitter, posting a photo of the accident site to accompany the tweet and assigning it the hashtag #Nordstream.
"Thank you, USA," he said in the following tweet, with the same picture.
NOTE his second statement from 2024: "The US government was aware of preparations to carry out the September 2022 sabotage attack on the Nord Stream and Nord Stream-2 gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea" and "The American side knew about it (preparations for the attack - TASS) in advance and did nothing to interfere," the top Polish diplomat said. In this view the US became associated perpetrator because they did not stop the attack, and protected the perpetrator. The motivator was the deniability of knowledge, the warning they gave to allies in June and talks after Norway whistleblowing.
POLAND CONFIRMS UK´S ATTACK ON NORDSTREAM WAS A HYBRID WAR EVENT
On 28 Sept 2022 In this hybrid war between the Russian Federation and the transatlantic community, the Minister has taken the wrong side - said the Minister @RauZbigniew Chief @MSZ_RP assessing Radosław Sikorski's tweet.
On 28 Sept 2022 Embassy of Poland U.S. @PolishEmbassyUS Foreign Minister: @RauZbigniew´s visit to Washington, D.C. is underway. Today, he met with the Embassy staff and shared his reflections on the most recent developments in transatlantic relations, as well as answered a few questions from the audience.
On 28 Sept 022 Polish Navy Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate ORP General Tadeusz Kościuszko (F273) (former USS Wadsworth FFG-9) northbound under the Storebaelt Bridge in Denmark
US SUBMARINE IN BRITISH GIBRALTAR
US NAVY MANAGING UK COMPLIANCE?
On 28 Sept 2022 USN Ohio Class USS Florida (SSGN-728) seen coming into Gibraltar port
On 28 Sept 2022 USS Florida (SSGN-728) Ohio-class nuclear guided missile submarine coming into Gibraltar
On 28 Sept 2022 USS Florida (SSGN-728) Ohio-class nuclear guided missile submarine coming into Gibraltar
ESTONIA SENDS HALF OF UK CONTINGENT HOME
On 28 Sept 2022 @MoD_Estonia: 'DefMin @HPevkur and @LeoDochertyUK 🇬🇧 Minister for Europe met this week during his visit to Estonia."
FINLAND KNOWS UK BLEW UP NORDSTREAM
FINLAND AND UK DISCUSS BILATERAL ISSUES
FINLAND AND UK DISCUSS BILATERAL ISSUES
On 28 Sept 2022 The Foreign Affairs Committee met under the leadership of the British Minister for European Affairs @LeoDochertyUK and its chairman @Halla_aho. The current security situation in Europe and bilateral issues between Finland and Great Britain are discussed.
DURING MOST SEVERE CRISIS IN EUROPE CLEVERLY IN SOUTH KOREA
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE CRISIS WAS SUPPOSED TO HAVE PACIFIC LEG
DURING MOST SEVERE CRISIS IN EUROPE CLEVERLY IN SOUTH KOREA
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE CRISIS WAS SUPPOSED TO HAVE PACIFIC LEG
On 28 Sept 2022 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, @FCDOGovUK: "The relationship between the Republic of Korea and the UK has never been closer." Foreign Secretary @JamesCleverly visited the demilitarised zone and met the President and the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea.
NORDSTREAM AFFAIR WAS LIKELY A GLOBAL EVENT
On 28 Sept 2022 - USA, Honolulu: Coast Guard, partners work together for Hawaii port security. Coast Guard inspectors with several federal and state agencies joined forces to conduct a Multi-Agency Strike Force Operation (MASFO) in August to increase port security.
On 28 Sept 2022 Vice President Kamala Harris: It was an honor to meet with Prime Minister Albanese of Australia. We discussed developments throughout the Indo-Pacific, and I thanked him for his leadership addressing the climate crisis.
On 28 Sept 2022 US Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG-62) and destroyer USS Benfold (DDG-65) sail in formation with Republic of Korea Navy ships in waters east of Korean Peninsula on Sep. 29 during Maritime Counter Special Operations Exercise
28 Sept 2022 U.S. Navy units participating in this Maritime Counter-Special Operations Exercise (MCSOFEX) are the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan CVN -76, Carrier Air Wing CVW-5, USS Chancellorsville CG-62, USS Barry DDG -52, USS Benfold DDG-65.
THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2022
IEA BIROL KNOWS WHO DID IT
On 29 Sept 2022 - IEA: IEA Birol: "very obvious" who was behind the Nord Stream sabotage
On 29 Sept 2022 IEA Birol: “very obvious” who was behind the Nord Stream sabotage
Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said on Thursday it was “very obvious” who was behind the suspected sabotage against the Nord Stream pipelines which caused major leaks into the Baltic Sea.
“It is not yet known who made it, who is behind this sabotage, there is still discussion more or less but (…) it is very obvious (…) who was behind this issue,” he told a conference on renewable energies in Paris.
Fatih Birol, head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said on Thursday it was “very obvious” who was behind the suspected sabotage against the Nord Stream pipelines which caused major leaks into the Baltic Sea.
“It is not yet known who made it, who is behind this sabotage, there is still discussion more or less but (…) it is very obvious (…) who was behind this issue,” he told a conference on renewable energies in Paris.
KEEPING TRANS-ATLANTIC ALLIANCE TOGETHER
DEFENSE ATTACHE OF NETHERLAND AT THE AFF EVENT BRIEFED
On 29 Sept 2022 - NED/USA/UK: NL Defense Attaché - USA, @NLDefatUSA - "Represent the Netherland at the Atlantic Future Forum 2022 on board HMS QEII in NY. Interesting topics about reglobalisation and defining a new model for global prosperity and security. @NLintheUSA"
On 29 Sept 2022 DK/USA/UK: Anders "ERA" Rex @DK_DefenseAtt Danish Defense Attache to the US & CA. "Interesting and perceptive first day of @FutureAtlantic ! The crew of @HMSQNLZ and the organizers did a great job. What a fantastic ship. You can be proud @FirstSeaLord and @UKRoyalNavy_ @Forsvarsmin @DeptofDefense @USNavy"
KEEPING TRANS-ATLANTIC ALLIANCE TOGETHER
DEFENSE ATTACHE OF DENMARK AT THE AFF EVENT BRIEFED
On 29 Sept 2022 DK/USA/UK: Anders "ERA" Rex @DK_DefenseAtt Danish Defense Attache to the US & CA. "Interesting and perceptive first day of @FutureAtlantic ! The crew of @HMSQNLZ and the organizers did a great job. What a fantastic ship. You can be proud @FirstSeaLord and @UKRoyalNavy_ @Forsvarsmin @DeptofDefense @USNavy"
On 29 Sept 2022 Poland’s former MFA Sikorski deletes from Twitter his thanks to US for Nord Stream emergency
On 29 Sept 2022 US-Botschaft Berlin, @usbotschaft: “The idea that the United States was in any way involved in the apparent sabotage of these pipelines is preposterous. It is nothing more than a function of Russian disinformation and should be treated as such.” –@StateDeptSpox
STRONGER TOGETHER
On 29 Sept 2022 - CIR Bundeswehr, @cirbw: "#StrongerTogether in word and deed! It was a pleasure to host @KembaWalden46, Principal Deputy National Cyber Director from the @WhiteHouse ONCD at #CIRBw. A common understanding of #Cyberspace is the basis for an even deeper partnership and shared knowledge between 🇩🇪 and 🇺🇸."
TURK STREAM AND ACT OF TERRORISM
On 29 Sept 2022 Telephone conversation with President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan
The President of Russia expressed his evaluation of the unprecedented act of sabotage that was essentially an act of international terrorism on the Nord Stream-1 and Nord Stream-2 gas pipelines. He noted that Russia is submitting this issue for urgent discussion in the UN Security Council.
On 29 Sept 2022 Russia Says Sanctions Prevent It From Maintaining Gas Pipeline To Turkey, Balkans.
The Russian operator of a pipeline that supplies Turkey and the Balkans with natural gas said it would suspend some maintenance and repair work, citing European Union sanctions, a move that threatens to deepen Europe’s energy crisis.
Oleg Aksyutin , the director of South Stream Transport B.V., sent a note earlier this month to division managers informing them that Netherland’s import and export authority would be revoking its export license as of September 17.
South Stream Transport is the Dutch-unit of the Kremlin-controlled natural gas giant, Gazprom, which manages the TurkStream pipeline running under the Black Sea from Russia to Turkey and on to the Balkans and Central Europe.
In the letter, a copy of which was obtained by RFE/RL, Aksyutin ordered them to “suspend the execution of all contracts related to the technical support of the gas pipeline, including design, manufacture, assembly, testing, repair, maintenance and training.”
He said gas exports should continue but only with emergency support in order to prevent damage to the environment.
RISHI SUNAK´S 2017 REPORT ABOUT LEGAL VULNERABILITY OF SUBSEA INTERNET CABLES (051)
On 29 Sept 2022 Nord Stream attacks highlight vulnerability of undersea pipelines in west
“We keep a constant watch on movements out of Kaliningrad and the Kola peninsula,” a Nordic military official said, referring to two centres of Russian naval activity. The official described them as “choke points”, where Russian submarines would have to pass through a relatively narrow sea passage to reach the Baltic and North Atlantic.
UNGA AND COUTER TERRORI
On 29 Sept 2022 - US State Dept CT Bureau, @StateDeptCT [Counter Terrorism]: "We had a busy week @ #unga77 & side events holding productive meetings with foreign government and civil society partners addressing our shared efforts to counter terrorism & disrupt, degrade, & diminish all forms of violent extremism."
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: CNN reports that: "Russian submarines were also observed not far from those areas last week, one of the intelligence officials said."
On 29 Sept 2022 UK: Sir Ben Key - First Sea Lord Great to be onboard HMSQNLZ against the impressive backdrop of #NYC. After an excellent first day, I’m looking forward to more thought provoking discussion and debate, organised by FutureAtlantic.
On 29 Sept 2022 Ben Wallace - Delighted to have visited my good friend Oleksii Reznikov @oleksiireznikov in Kyiv this week to discuss more military aid and help to Ukraine. Our support to their fight against Russian aggression goes from strength to strength and will continue all through 2023 and beyond!
NORWAY KNOWS THERE ARE NO MORE THREATS FROM PERPETRATOR
On 29 Sept 2022 Norway fears gas pipeline to Europe may also become target for sabotage
Following recent events near the Nord Stream pipelines, the Norwegian government held a crisis meeting on Wednesday to discuss the situation.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has refused to speculate if Moscow is responsible for the damage to the Nord Stream pipelines. Yet he stressed that gas is "an important dimension" in the conflict over the war in Ukraine at a press briefing on Wednesday.
Støre added that Norway did not need to ask NATO for help in securing Norwegian energy supplies.
"We don't have any information on a specific threat against Norway," he said, adding that we must be "aware, not naive". Security and monitoring will be boosted, Støre said without going into any details.
On 29 Sept 2022 Norway’s prime minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, ordered stepped-up military and police patrols at the country’s oil and gas rigs and pipelines after the explosions.
On 29 Sept 2022 Royal Central, @RoyalCentral - Crown Prince Haakon will grant an audience to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, with Queen Sonja in attendance.
On 29 Sept 2022 U.S. European Command, @US_EUCOM: 🇪🇸 🇺🇸 Strengthening relationships & building capabilities are critical as we remain vigilant to defend our Allies and Partners and to deter aggressors.
On 29 Sept 2022 - FRA: Combat divers, underwater drones or robots: how to sabotage an underwater gas pipeline?
“It is difficult to imagine that this is not a military operation, or one that involves at least military logistics. I don’t see what private company would be capable of it,” Philippe Chêne confides to us. This former French Navy clearance diver is now a consultant in mine warfare and underwater explosives.
On 29 Sept 2022 - DK: Torben Ørting Jørgensen, a former admiral with the Danish navy, told The Associated Press that it was "not so demanding" to carry out an operation either by using a remotely operated underwater vehicle or sending divers from a submarine or a surface vessel.
On 29 Sept 2022 Denmark Morten Bødskov: Serious, but no military threat to Denmark. The Minister of the Environment @LeaWermelin and I at the rejection emergency department in Rønne. Impressive work by @forsvaretdk and @BRSdk. No military threat to Denmark. No safety risk on Bornholm or Christiansø after gas leak.
BLINKEN, AUSTIN, PELOSIM, HARRIS
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, @SecDef: I was excited to see some of the latest innovations in unmanned underwater and unmanned surface vehicles at @MCASMiramarCA this morning.
On 29 Sept 2022 The Minister of Foreign Affairs @RauZbigniew is in conversation with the Speaker of the House of Representatives @SpeakerPelosi
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Vice President Kamala Harris: Today I met with President Yoon Suk Yeol. I reaffirmed that our defense commitments to the ROK are ironclad and welcomed our close cooperation with the Republic of Korea across a range of issues, including emerging technologies, supply chains, and the climate crisis.
The President of Russia expressed his evaluation of the unprecedented act of sabotage that was essentially an act of international terrorism on the Nord Stream-1 and Nord Stream-2 gas pipelines. He noted that Russia is submitting this issue for urgent discussion in the UN Security Council.
On 29 Sept 2022 Russia Says Sanctions Prevent It From Maintaining Gas Pipeline To Turkey, Balkans.
The Russian operator of a pipeline that supplies Turkey and the Balkans with natural gas said it would suspend some maintenance and repair work, citing European Union sanctions, a move that threatens to deepen Europe’s energy crisis.
Oleg Aksyutin , the director of South Stream Transport B.V., sent a note earlier this month to division managers informing them that Netherland’s import and export authority would be revoking its export license as of September 17.
South Stream Transport is the Dutch-unit of the Kremlin-controlled natural gas giant, Gazprom, which manages the TurkStream pipeline running under the Black Sea from Russia to Turkey and on to the Balkans and Central Europe.
In the letter, a copy of which was obtained by RFE/RL, Aksyutin ordered them to “suspend the execution of all contracts related to the technical support of the gas pipeline, including design, manufacture, assembly, testing, repair, maintenance and training.”
He said gas exports should continue but only with emergency support in order to prevent damage to the environment.
RISHI SUNAK´S 2017 REPORT ABOUT LEGAL VULNERABILITY OF SUBSEA INTERNET CABLES (051)
On 29 Sept 2022 Nord Stream attacks highlight vulnerability of undersea pipelines in west
“We keep a constant watch on movements out of Kaliningrad and the Kola peninsula,” a Nordic military official said, referring to two centres of Russian naval activity. The official described them as “choke points”, where Russian submarines would have to pass through a relatively narrow sea passage to reach the Baltic and North Atlantic.
UNGA AND COUTER TERRORI
On 29 Sept 2022 - US State Dept CT Bureau, @StateDeptCT [Counter Terrorism]: "We had a busy week @ #unga77 & side events holding productive meetings with foreign government and civil society partners addressing our shared efforts to counter terrorism & disrupt, degrade, & diminish all forms of violent extremism."
MAGNETIC ANNOMALIES DETECTED BUT IT WAS NOT RUSSIANS BUT ALLIED SUB
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: CNN reports that: "Russian submarines were also observed not far from those areas last week, one of the intelligence officials said."
"First on CNN: European security officials observed Russian Navy ships in vicinity of Nord Stream pipeline leaks". CNN’s Alex Marquardt and Oren Liebermann contributed to this report.
A STATE ACTOR CARRIED OUT ATTACKS
BUT IT WAS NOT USA, RUSSIA NOR PRO-UKRAINIAN GROUP (214)
On 29 Sept 2022 - GER: ‘Only Russia’ could be behind Nord Stream leaks, says former German intel chief. Moscow stands most to benefit from the sabotage of North Sea pipelines, Gerhard Schindler said.
Only a state actor could have carried out attacks on the Nord Stream pipelines and the most likely culprit is Russia, said the former head of Germany’s federal intelligence agency.
Only a state actor could have carried out attacks on the Nord Stream pipelines and the most likely culprit is Russia, said the former head of Germany’s federal intelligence agency.
UK´S NORDSTREAM ATTACK PR MANAGEMENT AT AFF
On 29 Sept 2022 UK: Sir Ben Key - First Sea Lord Great to be onboard HMSQNLZ against the impressive backdrop of #NYC. After an excellent first day, I’m looking forward to more thought provoking discussion and debate, organised by FutureAtlantic.
BEN WALLACE IN KYIV
On 29 Sept 2022 Ben Wallace - Delighted to have visited my good friend Oleksii Reznikov @oleksiireznikov in Kyiv this week to discuss more military aid and help to Ukraine. Our support to their fight against Russian aggression goes from strength to strength and will continue all through 2023 and beyond!
NORWAY KNOWS THERE ARE NO MORE THREATS FROM PERPETRATOR
THE ONLY RISK COULD BE RUSSIAN RETALIATION ON NOR PIPELINES TO UK
THE WHISTLEBLOWER REFUSES TO NAME RUSSIA AS PERPETRATOR (069, 127, 217)
THE WHISTLEBLOWER REFUSES TO NAME RUSSIA AS PERPETRATOR (069, 127, 217)
On 29 Sept 2022 Norway fears gas pipeline to Europe may also become target for sabotage
Following recent events near the Nord Stream pipelines, the Norwegian government held a crisis meeting on Wednesday to discuss the situation.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has refused to speculate if Moscow is responsible for the damage to the Nord Stream pipelines. Yet he stressed that gas is "an important dimension" in the conflict over the war in Ukraine at a press briefing on Wednesday.
Støre added that Norway did not need to ask NATO for help in securing Norwegian energy supplies.
"We don't have any information on a specific threat against Norway," he said, adding that we must be "aware, not naive". Security and monitoring will be boosted, Støre said without going into any details.
On 29 Sept 2022 Norway’s prime minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, ordered stepped-up military and police patrols at the country’s oil and gas rigs and pipelines after the explosions.
On 29 Sept 2022 Royal Central, @RoyalCentral - Crown Prince Haakon will grant an audience to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, with Queen Sonja in attendance.
UK SHIP LEAVING NORWAY
WAS VANGUARD DAMAGED IN THE MISSION?
On 29 Sept 2022 Norwegian Armed Forces | Forsvaret, @Forsvaret_no: "Rear Admiral Ole-Morten Sandquist welcomed Admiral Stuart B. Munsch, Commander @USNavyEurope and @JFC_Naples at Norwegian Joint Headquarters. Security and stability in the High North is of great importance for both the US, Norway and NATO. #WeAreNATO @usembassyoslo"
On 29 Sept 2022 JFD has completed the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) exercise, Northern Sun, in Norway, including a Deep Dive to over 600 metres for recertification with Lloyd's Register.
On 29 Sept 2022 Royal Navy Vanguard class submarine passing Gourock today inbound for Faslane
On 7 Nov 2022 - UK: Fire on board Royal Navy submarine was 'quickly extinguished'. A Royal Navy spokesperson said: "The Continuous At Sea Deterrent [CASD] is unaffected, but we do not comment on the detail of submarine operations."
According to reports in the Sun newspaper, the Vanguard-class Victorious ditched a top-secret mission and rose to the surface to deal with the onboard fire. The newspaper also reported that she was carrying Trident nuclear missiles when the blaze was dealt with. Following Nato policy, the UK uses minimal credible nuclear deterrence, but does not follow a policy of 'no-first use' – which would prevent launching a nuclear attack unless first coming under nuclear attack from another state. It has vowed not to use or threaten a nuclear attack against any non-nuclear state within the NPT unless the agreement is breached.
According to reports in the Sun newspaper, the Vanguard-class Victorious ditched a top-secret mission and rose to the surface to deal with the onboard fire. The newspaper also reported that she was carrying Trident nuclear missiles when the blaze was dealt with. Following Nato policy, the UK uses minimal credible nuclear deterrence, but does not follow a policy of 'no-first use' – which would prevent launching a nuclear attack unless first coming under nuclear attack from another state. It has vowed not to use or threaten a nuclear attack against any non-nuclear state within the NPT unless the agreement is breached.
On 8 Nov 2022 - UK: ‘A disaster waiting to happen’: British nuclear-armed sub resurfaces after fire onboard. The Ministry of Defence said the incident on HMS Victorious happened six weeks ago.
USA SPAIN DIPLOMACY
THE US AND SPANISH NAVIES IN COOPERATION
On 29 Sept 2022 U.S. and Spain: Allied Nations Strengthen Interoperability in the Ionian Sea
ONE FLAG IS MISSING (116)
On 29 Sept 2022 French Carrier Strike Group - Rich conversation between @USNavyEurope and the FR carrier strike group #FrenchCSG. Sharing of analyses and challenges on the Mediterranean Sea @Cecmed. Strengthening of operational links between our maritime forces which often operate together.
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Carrier USS Gerald R. Ford to Embark on Short Cruise Ahead of Full Deployment Next Year. The multi-national cruise will feature nine countries – France, Denmark, Finland, Spain, the Netherlands, Sweden, Canada, the United States and Germany for a total of 17 ships and one submarine, Dwyer said.
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Carrier USS Gerald R. Ford to Embark on Short Cruise Ahead of Full Deployment Next Year. The multi-national cruise will feature nine countries – France, Denmark, Finland, Spain, the Netherlands, Sweden, Canada, the United States and Germany for a total of 17 ships and one submarine, Dwyer said.
USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH DURING THE NORDSTREAM CRISIS
On 29 Sept 2022 US Navy aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) sails alongside fast combat support ship USNS Arctic (T-AOE-8) during replenishment-at-sea in Adriatic Sea. On 6th of October US Navy aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77) arrives in Souda Bay, Crete, Greece for a scheduled port visit on Oct. 6. George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in US Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by Sixth Fleet. That day the Prague summit takes place.
SHIP MOVEMENTS NEAR BORNHOLM
On 29 Sept 2022 - DK: BALTIC SEA ACTIVITIES - BY foga.dk - wk. 39
On 29 Sept 2022 - DK: BALTIC SEA ACTIVITIES - BY foga.dk - wk. 39
On 29 Sept 2022 The 🇩🇰 Navy has deployed the frigate Absalon (L16) to the waters NE of Bornholm to support shipping in the area of the Nord Stream leak (s) within the 🇩🇰 EEZ.
On 29 Sept 2022 - UK/SWE/DK: There's the following Vessels on site:
- 🇸🇪 KBV 003 AMFITRITE - Coast Guard / Salvage
- 🇩🇪 FGS BAD RAPPENAU - Warship / Mine Hunter
- 🇩🇰 NAVY PATROL P521 Patrol Vessel / Mine Hunter
- 🇩🇰 HDMS ABSALON - Command Vessel
- 🇬🇧 KOMMANDOR SUSAN - Geo/OSV
On 29 Sept 2022 - UK/SWE/DK: There's the following Vessels on site:
- 🇸🇪 KBV 003 AMFITRITE - Coast Guard / Salvage
- 🇩🇪 FGS BAD RAPPENAU - Warship / Mine Hunter
- 🇩🇰 NAVY PATROL P521 Patrol Vessel / Mine Hunter
- 🇩🇰 HDMS ABSALON - Command Vessel
- 🇬🇧 KOMMANDOR SUSAN - Geo/OSV
KAJSA OLLONGREN BRIEFED AT SNMG1 NATO MARITIME GROUP 1
On 29 Sept 2022 Minister Ollongren visits NATO flagship Zr.Ms. Tromp
Minister Kajsa Ollongren visited Zr.Ms. Tromp yesterday. The flagship of the NATO fleet Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 (SNMG1) took part in a NATO exercise off the Portuguese coast last week. Ollongren was extensively briefed by the crew of the air defense and command frigate. This year the command is led by the Netherlands, currently in the person of Commodore Jeanette Morang.
Together with the commander of the frigate, she updated the minister on current developments within the NATO fleet and the security situation at sea. Rapid response force - SNMG1 is part of the rapid reaction force and is one of NATO's most rapidly deployable units.
Together with the commander of the frigate, she updated the minister on current developments within the NATO fleet and the security situation at sea. Rapid response force - SNMG1 is part of the rapid reaction force and is one of NATO's most rapidly deployable units.
On 29 Sept 2022 - FRA: Combat divers, underwater drones or robots: how to sabotage an underwater gas pipeline?
“It is difficult to imagine that this is not a military operation, or one that involves at least military logistics. I don’t see what private company would be capable of it,” Philippe Chêne confides to us. This former French Navy clearance diver is now a consultant in mine warfare and underwater explosives.
On 29 Sept 2022 - DK: Torben Ørting Jørgensen, a former admiral with the Danish navy, told The Associated Press that it was "not so demanding" to carry out an operation either by using a remotely operated underwater vehicle or sending divers from a submarine or a surface vessel.
DANISH DEFENSE MINISTER BRIEFED THERE ARE NO MORE MISSIONS PLANNED
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA/DK: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, @SecDef: I called Danish 🇩🇰 Minister of Defence @mfMorten today about the Nord Stream pipeline explosions. I offered my full support to Denmark and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to Baltic Sea security. We’ll continue working closely as this situation develops.
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA/DK: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, @SecDef: I called Danish 🇩🇰 Minister of Defence @mfMorten today about the Nord Stream pipeline explosions. I offered my full support to Denmark and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to Baltic Sea security. We’ll continue working closely as this situation develops.
On 29 Sept 2022 Denmark Morten Bødskov: Serious, but no military threat to Denmark. The Minister of the Environment @LeaWermelin and I at the rejection emergency department in Rønne. Impressive work by @forsvaretdk and @BRSdk. No military threat to Denmark. No safety risk on Bornholm or Christiansø after gas leak.
BLINKEN, AUSTIN, PELOSIM, HARRIS
US TOP OFFICIALS MANAGE THE CONFIDENCE CRISIS TO KEEP TRANS ATLANTIC RELATIONSHIP TOGETHER (094)
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, @SecDef: I was excited to see some of the latest innovations in unmanned underwater and unmanned surface vehicles at @MCASMiramarCA this morning.
On 29 Sept 2022 The Minister of Foreign Affairs @RauZbigniew is in conversation with the Speaker of the House of Representatives @SpeakerPelosi
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Vice President Kamala Harris: Today I met with President Yoon Suk Yeol. I reaffirmed that our defense commitments to the ROK are ironclad and welcomed our close cooperation with the Republic of Korea across a range of issues, including emerging technologies, supply chains, and the climate crisis.
3 DAYS BEFORE AND AFTER NORDSTREAM
On 29 Sept 2022 Liz Truss defends 'controversial and difficult decisions' in first public interview since mini-budget announcement
EU - NATO COORDINATION AND COOPERATION IN THE COVER-UP
On 29 Sept 2022 - NATO/EU: Margaritis Schinas, @EU_Commission Vice-President: "A pleasure to visit NATO’s Maritime Interdiction Operational Centre at Souda Bay in Crete. @NATO is our natural partner. Cooperation with like-minded partners key against hybrid influencing.
Focus on situational awareness, strategic communication, cybersecurity and resilience."
On 29 Sept 2022 - NATO/EU: Margaritis Schinas, @EU_Commission Vice-President: "A pleasure to visit NATO’s Maritime Interdiction Operational Centre at Souda Bay in Crete. @NATO is our natural partner. Cooperation with like-minded partners key against hybrid influencing.
Focus on situational awareness, strategic communication, cybersecurity and resilience."
TRUSS HOPES PRAGUE SUMMIT TO SHAPE NORDSTREAM DEBACLE (047)
On 29 Sept 2022 Liz Truss to attend inaugural meeting of new European political group
UK prime minister Liz Truss will next week join the inaugural meeting of a new European grouping proposed by French president Emmanuel Macron to bolster regional co-operation in the face of Russian aggression. The move by Truss marks a significant attempt by her to repair strained UK relations with the EU, and will also be seen as an olive branch to Macron.
29 Sept 2022 - EU: EBA response to the European Commission on the current level of margins and of excessive volatility in energy derivatives markets
The European Commission has asked the European Banking Authority (EBA) to consider the following three questions:
Explore possible ways to facilitate the provision of guarantees that could be posted as collateral by non-financial counterparties
Assess how and to what extent banks currently provide collateral transformation services.
Consider any possible other measures to minimise the liquidity challenges currently faced by energy companies, including ways to improve the transparency, volatility and predictability of margin calls, in particular intraday
On 13 September, the European Commission asked the EBA to consider possible responses to the current levels of margins and the excessive volatility in energy derivatives markets, with the objective of providing support to energy companies.
These considerations are taking place against the background of rapid increases in EU energy prices.
As a result, CCPs require energy firms to post additional collateral, also called margin requirements on energy derivatives used for price hedging by energy firms.
Should energy firms ultimately be unable to meet these margin calls, thereby defaulting, this may trigger market disruptions
On 28 Sept 2022: USA/DK: Secretary Antony Blinken, @SecBlinken: "I spoke with Danish Foreign Minister @JeppeKofod today about the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 apparent sabotage. We remain committed to promoting European energy security."
BAERBOCK BRIBED BY AWARD (194)
On 29 Sept 2022 - Secretary Antony Blinken, @SecBlinken: Congratulations to my friend and German Foreign Minister @ABaerbock on being named to @TIME Magazine’s 2022 #TIME100 Next List. Thank you for your steadfast support for democracy, freedom, and human rights during challenging times.
On 29 Sept 2022 USA: Trump warns sabotage of Nord Stream pipelines could lead to war
“Everyone is talking about the big hurricane barrelling into Florida, as they should be, but perhaps a far more important event in the longer term was the announcement that the Nord Stream I & II Pipelines out of Russia (which I brought to the World’s attention as President when I explained how crippling reliance on it could be for Germany and other parts of Europe. Everybody laughed at the time, but they are not laughing anymore!) has been SABOTAGED. This could lead to major escalation, or War!” the Republican billionaire tycoon wrote.
USA DEFLECTS RUSSIAN COMMENTS BEFORE PUTIN NAMES "ANGLO-SAXONS"
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Department of State, @StateDept: Russia has a long history of spreading disinformation—and is doing it again regarding the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines. @StateDeptSpox responded clearly to this disinformation during today’s press briefing.
On 30 Sept 2022 US benefits from the Nord Stream incidents, Russian Security Council suggests
Nikolay Patrushev stressed that the West immediately embarked on a vigorous campaign to find the culprits. Washington benefits from the Nord Stream pipelines' damage, especially from an economic standpoint, Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolay Patrushev said at a meeting of CIS security and intelligence chiefs on Friday.
"More and more often, serious questions are being asked of the organizers of these smear campaigns. For instance, literally from the very first minutes after the reports about explosions at the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines had emerged, the West embarked on a vigorous campaign to find the culprits. Nevertheless, it is obvious that the main beneficiary, first and foremost, economically, is the US," he stated.
On 30 Sept 2022 'The pound has plummeted!' Biden administration hits out at Truss tax cutting tactics. US Secretary of Commerce criticises UK’s economic plan - Joe Biden’s administration has hit out at Liz Truss’ economic policy as the Prime Minister’s government grapples with a fall in the value of the pound and a collapse in support for the Tories following last week’s mini budget. The criticism came at a talk for the Hamilton Project by US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo amid growing reports in Washington DC of increasingly tense relations between the White House and Downing Street.
NOTE that on 14 Nov 2022 UK released news: "Russia conspiring to sabotage vital British military fuel supply line in South Atlantic" The Accession island hosts European Space Agency rocket tracking station.
NORWAY FEARS RUSSIAN RETALIATON AGAINST THE PERPETRATOR
On 30 Sept 2022 - SWE/NOR/FIN/DK/IS: The #Nordic ministers of Defence met virtually today. 🇸🇪 🇳🇴 🇫🇮 🇩🇰 🇮🇸 Joint statement: "We, the Nordic Ministers of Defence are deeply concerned about the damage to the Nord Stream pipelines in international waters in the Baltic Sea. All information currently available points to a deliberate act of sabotage close to the national borders of Denmark and Sweden. It cannot be ruled out that this is a reckless attack on Europe’s energy infrastructure and an attempt to destabilise the already tense security situation. The leaks from the pipelines are causing risks to civilian sea-traffic and substantial environmental damage."
Finland, Iceland and Norway stand ready to support Denmark and Sweden by any means possible in the investigation of the incident. "We are in close contact with each other regarding the incident and the overall security situation in the Baltic Sea region and beyond..."
SWEDISH KING´S DIPLOMACY
On 30 Sept 2022 Swedish King Carl XVI Gustaf will hold audiences with the Ambassadors of Denmark, Estonia and Moldova.
On 30 Sept 2022 Jonas Gahr Støre: "Spoke to @jensstoltenberg about how we stand together to safeguard Europe’s energy supply. And how we will continue to support Ukraine against unlawful aggression. Unity and resilience will prevail."
On 30 Sept 2022 Conversation with allies about the situation in the Baltic Sea. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre this afternoon had a telephone conversation with the heads of state in Germany, Sweden and Denmark about this week's serious events in the Baltic Sea.
On 30 Sept 2022 Oslo, United States European Command - Arctic Security Forces Roundtable co-chairs meet, focus on strategy. The Arctic Security Forces Roundtable (ASFR) co-chairs, Norwegian Royal Navy Rear Adm. Solveig Krey of the Norwegian Defence Staff and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Edward Vaughan of U.S. European Command met in Oslo Sep. 14 -15 to discuss the content of future meetings.
STOLTENBERG ON PROTECTING PERPETRATOR AGAINST RETALITATION
On 30 Sept 2022 Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly At a Joint Press Availability
REMARKS - ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ROOM - WASHINGTON, D.C
FOREIGN MINISTER JOLY: "To add to that, obviously we support NATO’s and the EU’s declaration regarding the sabotage of the pipelines. We think that it is a very important European infrastructure. That is why I also had the opportunity to talk to my Danish and Swedish counterpart and obviously we spoke about it as well."
SECRETARY BLINKEN: "I think first it’s important to make clear that these pipelines – that is, Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 – were not pumping gas into Europe at this time. Nord Stream 2 never became operational, as is well known. Nord Stream 1 has been shut down for weeks because of Russia’s weaponization of energy."
"What we’ve been doing – and we’ve also been working on this together for many, many weeks as we saw the Russian aggression in Ukraine and as we saw the ongoing weaponization of energy by Russia – is to work very closely with European partners as well as countries around the world to make sure that there is enough energy on world markets."
"And so we’ve significantly increased our production as well as making available to Europe liquefied natural gas. And we’re now the leading supplier of LNG to Europe to help compensate for any gas or oil that it’s losing as a result of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine."
"We’ve worked to release oil from our Strategic Petroleum Reserve to make sure as well that there is oil on the markets and to help keep prices down. We’ve engaged with the European Union and established months ago a task force to work directly with Europe on ways to decrease demand to help get through the winter, as well as to pursue additional supply and to find ways to speed up the transition to renewables even as we’re getting through this challenging period. So all of that work is ongoing."
"My own sense – and I mentioned this the other day – is, look, there’s a lot of hard work to do to make sure that countries and partners get through the winter. Europe itself has taken very significant steps to both decrease demand but also look at ways to pursue the transition to renewables at the same time. And ultimately this is also a tremendous opportunity."
"It’s a tremendous opportunity to once and for all remove the dependence on Russian energy and thus to take away from Vladimir Putin the weaponization of energy as a means of advancing his imperial designs."
"That’s very significant and that offers tremendous strategic opportunity for the years to come, but meanwhile, we’re determined to do everything we possibly can to make sure that the consequences of all of this are not borne by citizens in our countries or, for that matter, around the world."
SECRETARY BLINKEN: "Shaun, thank you. First, on the pipelines, we’ve been in very close contact with our partners in Europe – notably with Denmark and Sweden. We are supporting the investigation into these attacks on the pipelines and working to be able to determine who is responsible."
"But I don’t want to get ahead of those investigations; that work is ongoing. I think everyone by now is well aware of something that Mélanie alluded to more broadly, but specific to Russia, which is the outrageous misinformation and disinformation campaigns that it engages in."
"So I really have nothing to say to the absurd allegation from President Putin that we or other partners or allies are somehow responsible for this, but we will get to the bottom of what happened, and we’ll share that information as soon as we’re – as soon as we have it. But I don’t want to get ahead of the investigation that’s ongoing."
"When it comes to the rhetoric we’ve heard from President Putin on nuclear weapons, you heard us speak to this very directly at the United Nations this week. This kind of loose talk about nuclear weapons is the height of irresponsibility and it’s something that we take very seriously. We are looking very carefully to see if Russia is actually doing anything that suggests that they are contemplating the use of nuclear weapons. To date we’ve not seen them take these actions, but we also know that Russia’s engaged in horrific – a horrific brutalization of Ukraine. And so the threats that they make, we take very seriously. As to President Putin’s intent, I’m not going to speculate on what’s in his mind. I can just tell you that we plan against every possible scenario, including this one."
On 30 Sept 2022 - RU: TurkStream natural gas pipeline operator:
Our export license has been revoked, Turkey and Europe will not be affected
The Russian company, which operates the TurkStream natural gas pipeline, which carries Russian natural gas to eastern and southern European countries via the Black Sea and Turkey, announced that its export license was canceled by the Dutch government. South Stream Transport BV said it will continue to ship gas and has applied for license renewal.
September 2022 - USA: NORAD - Operation Noble Defender - September 2022 - Military aircraft from the three NORAD regions conducted defensive maneuvers along the northern and western approaches to North America. Most flights were conducted over sparsely populated Arctic and Pacific areas.
LISA FRANCHETTI
NATO SUBMARINE FORCES DURING CRISIS
On 30 Sept 2022 Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet - Today, Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti visited Submarine Force Atlantic onboard Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads and spoke with Vice Adm. William Houston, commander, Submarine Forces.
On 30 Sept 2022 JEF: Commander of the Naval Forces and Admiral Benelux - René Tas - Visited Joint Force Command Norfolk @JFCnorfolk this week. Sharing thoughts with NATO-Allies and Partners about current and future maritime warfare. Insightful discussions about world events, the shifting landscape and implications for @NATO #Strongertogether
On 30 Sept 2022 California, CAMP PENDLETON: Marines, contractors test new gear during Technical Concept Experiment 22.2. U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division worked with contractors to test new technologies on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, during Technical Concept Experiment 22.2, Sept. 19-30.
“A lot of it is gathering information,” said 1st Lt. John Finnigan, a platoon commander with 1st LAR. “Information is the new currency in modern warfare. The big thing is just being able to shape that battle space, shaping that maritime domain awareness.”
As 1st Marine Division prepares for the future fight, the new technology tested through TCE can provide a broader perspective for Marines on the battlefield, fostering data gathering and threat detection.
On 30 Sept 2022 Moscow calls for a thorough investigation into an act of sabotage against the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said at a UN Security Council.
"Russia calls for a thorough investigation to find out the real cause of what happened," he noted.
"We hope that you (Western members of the UNSC) will refrain from engaging in Russophobic verbal games that defy common sense, similar to those that you used in relation to Ukrainian strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant," Nebenzya said.
"It is absolutely clear to us that ordinary terrorists aren't capable of carrying out sabotage activities of this complexity and scale. We view actions aimed at damaging the gas pipelines as a deliberate act of sabotage against Russia's crucial energy facility," the envoy stressed.
"We will certainly establish all those involved in this act of sabotage. Any international investigation into what happened can claim impartiality only if Russia takes part in it," Nebenzya added.
"We had not linked the Nord Stream incident to the situation in Ukraine before our US colleague delivered his speech but now we understand that our Western colleagues see this act of sabotage - regardless of who is behind it - as some kind of revenge for Russia's activities in Ukraine," Nebenzya noted.
On 30 Sept 2022 US Embassy Brussels, @usembbrussels: Ambassador Adler invited @ian_lesser and @Bruno_Lete of the German Marshall Fund for coffee today at Whitlock Hall. It was a great way to connect and discuss how we can work together to continue growing our Transatlantic partnerships. @gmfus
On 30 Sept 2022 - EU: EP: Extraordinary Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Energy)
Member states recalled the declaration by the High Representative Josep Borrell on behalf of the European Union on leaks from the Nord Stream gas pipelines and underlined that there is no immediate impact on the EU’s security of supply, neither for gas nor for electricity.
On 30 Sept 2022 UK’s Truss U-turns on European Political Community to attend summit. The summit details here.
Later the on meeting 06/10: “I am very pleased, I must say, that our British friend has decided to join us,” she said, referring to the participation of British Prime Minister Liz Truss in the event.
After that, von der Leyen glanced at the British prime minister and paused, but, the newspaper emphasizes, “did not succeed in creating the necessary effect.” According to the author of the article, the awkward pause lasted at least five seconds, during which no one applauded the words of the politician.
The summit, which was attended by 44 countries, was the first meeting of a new political forum, which was announced as the goal of decision-making on issues such as migration and the energy crisis.
Truss believed the group, which includes the EU and a number of countries outside the bloc including Ukraine and Balkan states, could help to shape a regional response to Russia.
Number 10 had insisted that the body had a narrowly focused agenda: the first meeting will consider energy security, European migration and the crisis in Ukraine.
THE 1.5 TRILLION LARGE MARGIN CALLS ON EUROPEAN ENERGY UTILITIES (026)
THE 1.5 TRILLION LARGE MARGIN CALLS ON EUROPEAN ENERGY UTILITIES (026)
29 Sept 2022 - EU: EBA response to the European Commission on the current level of margins and of excessive volatility in energy derivatives markets
The European Commission has asked the European Banking Authority (EBA) to consider the following three questions:
Explore possible ways to facilitate the provision of guarantees that could be posted as collateral by non-financial counterparties
Assess how and to what extent banks currently provide collateral transformation services.
Consider any possible other measures to minimise the liquidity challenges currently faced by energy companies, including ways to improve the transparency, volatility and predictability of margin calls, in particular intraday
On 13 September, the European Commission asked the EBA to consider possible responses to the current levels of margins and the excessive volatility in energy derivatives markets, with the objective of providing support to energy companies.
These considerations are taking place against the background of rapid increases in EU energy prices.
As a result, CCPs require energy firms to post additional collateral, also called margin requirements on energy derivatives used for price hedging by energy firms.
Should energy firms ultimately be unable to meet these margin calls, thereby defaulting, this may trigger market disruptions
ACTING ON TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY
On 28 Sept 2022: USA/DK: Secretary Antony Blinken, @SecBlinken: "I spoke with Danish Foreign Minister @JeppeKofod today about the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 apparent sabotage. We remain committed to promoting European energy security."
BAERBOCK BRIBED BY AWARD (194)
On 29 Sept 2022 - Secretary Antony Blinken, @SecBlinken: Congratulations to my friend and German Foreign Minister @ABaerbock on being named to @TIME Magazine’s 2022 #TIME100 Next List. Thank you for your steadfast support for democracy, freedom, and human rights during challenging times.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
AFTER 44 YEARS OF BEING NET IMPORTANR
On 29 Sept 2022 The UK Becomes Net Exporter of Electricity: Energy Update
On 29 Sept 2022 US President Joe Biden ducks the Nordstream question; <video>.
"Do you consider #Russian responsible for blowing up the Nord Stream pipeline?"
"Let's stick with this, okay? I mean,..."
"There are a lots of important international issues, We are here to talk about America"
TRUMP´S WARNING ATTACK ON NORDSTREAM COULD LEAD TO WAR (124, 046)
BIDEN DUCKS WHO DID IT QUESTION
On 29 Sept 2022 US President Joe Biden ducks the Nordstream question; <video>.
"Do you consider #Russian responsible for blowing up the Nord Stream pipeline?"
"Let's stick with this, okay? I mean,..."
"There are a lots of important international issues, We are here to talk about America"
TRUMP´S WARNING ATTACK ON NORDSTREAM COULD LEAD TO WAR (124, 046)
On 29 Sept 2022 USA: Trump warns sabotage of Nord Stream pipelines could lead to war
“Everyone is talking about the big hurricane barrelling into Florida, as they should be, but perhaps a far more important event in the longer term was the announcement that the Nord Stream I & II Pipelines out of Russia (which I brought to the World’s attention as President when I explained how crippling reliance on it could be for Germany and other parts of Europe. Everybody laughed at the time, but they are not laughing anymore!) has been SABOTAGED. This could lead to major escalation, or War!” the Republican billionaire tycoon wrote.
LEYEN FRAMES UK´S ATTACK ON EU KEY INFRASTRUCTURE AS UNACCEPTABLE DELIBERATE DISRUPTION
On 29 Sept 2022 - RU: Putin told Erdogan he regarded Nord Stream emergency as act of international terrorism
"The Russian president gave a principled assessment of the unprecedented sabotage, which is in fact an act of international terrorism against the main gas pipelines Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2. It was noted that Russia is bringing this issue up for urgent discussion in the UN Security Council," the statement reads.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen slammed the incidents as sabotage, pointing out that any "deliberate disruption of the European energy infrastructure is unacceptable and will lead to the strongest possible response".
"The Russian president gave a principled assessment of the unprecedented sabotage, which is in fact an act of international terrorism against the main gas pipelines Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2. It was noted that Russia is bringing this issue up for urgent discussion in the UN Security Council," the statement reads.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen slammed the incidents as sabotage, pointing out that any "deliberate disruption of the European energy infrastructure is unacceptable and will lead to the strongest possible response".
RUSSIAN SENDS WARNING TO UK
On 29 Sept 2022 Mr Wallace said two Russian Su-27 fighters had 'interacted'with an RAF RC-135 Rivet Joint spy plane on patrol above international waters to the south of Crimea on September 29 when one of them 'released a missile'.
On 29 Sept 2022 Mr Wallace said two Russian Su-27 fighters had 'interacted'with an RAF RC-135 Rivet Joint spy plane on patrol above international waters to the south of Crimea on September 29 when one of them 'released a missile'.
RUSSIAN SUBMARINE WARNING TO FRANCE AND THE UK
On 29 Sept 2022 - RU: A Russian submarine was spotted sailing on the surface off the Brittany coast.
The French FREMM frigate Normandie and a Caiman helicopter tracked the Russian Kilo-class submarine Novorossiysk. As per reports, the French navy escorted the Russian submarine in the Bay of Biscay. The British and Spanish warships had also been involved in monitoring the submarine’s movements.
On 29 Sept 2022 - RU: Russian Nuclear Message to Britain and France:
The Novorossiysk submarine, carrying nuclear-tipped cruise missiles, emerged from the depths of the mid-Atlantic and approached the shores of Britain and France, making its presence especially clear.
The Russian diesel-electric submarine of the Kilo II class, named Novorossiysk, was launched in 2014. Its feature is almost complete invisibility for anti-submarine systems (Codename means Black Hole).
French Atlantic Fleet Commander Olivier Lebas says this is the first time a Russian submarine has been sighted near the Bay of Biscay, on the border between Spain, France and Britain, and it certainly sends a message to Britain and France.
The French FREMM frigate Normandie and a Caiman helicopter tracked the Russian Kilo-class submarine Novorossiysk. As per reports, the French navy escorted the Russian submarine in the Bay of Biscay. The British and Spanish warships had also been involved in monitoring the submarine’s movements.
On 29 Sept 2022 - RU: Russian Nuclear Message to Britain and France:
The Novorossiysk submarine, carrying nuclear-tipped cruise missiles, emerged from the depths of the mid-Atlantic and approached the shores of Britain and France, making its presence especially clear.
The Russian diesel-electric submarine of the Kilo II class, named Novorossiysk, was launched in 2014. Its feature is almost complete invisibility for anti-submarine systems (Codename means Black Hole).
French Atlantic Fleet Commander Olivier Lebas says this is the first time a Russian submarine has been sighted near the Bay of Biscay, on the border between Spain, France and Britain, and it certainly sends a message to Britain and France.
RUSSIAN SENDS WARNING TO NATO
On 29 Sept 2022 Russia, Kaliningrad region: In the course of the exercise, MiG-31("I"?) fighters, supported by a Su-27 fighter unit, carried out simulated missile strikes on large railway junctions, military echelons and an accumulation of armored vehicles of the simulated enemy.
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: The "sabotage" that caused damage to the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines may lead to an escalation or even war, former US President Donald Trump warned
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: NATO members are concerned about incidents on the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines, which appear to be the results of acts of sabotage, NATO said in a statement
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov admitted on Thursday that Nord Stream explosions could have been a terrorist attack.
On 29 Sept 2022 When speaking to the Soloviev Live TV channel, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Zakharova called out US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s claim that attacks on the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines would be in no one’s interest as a bold-faced lie
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: Russian diplomat calls out Blinken’s ‘lie’ on pipeline attack. Maria Zakharova pointed out that in previous years, the then Republican-led US administration "did everything to scuttle" the Nord Stream 2 project. When speaking to the Soloviev Live TV channel on Thursday, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called out US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s claim that attacks on the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines would be in no one’s interest as a bold-faced lie.
"When Mr Blinken says that the project’s collapse is in no one's interest, it sounds ridiculous, it’s a lie," she maintained.
Zakharova pointed out that in previous years, the then Republican-led US administration "did everything to scuttle" the Nord Stream 2 project. "They employed methods of political pressure and blackmail, which are illegal and go beyond morality, law and logic, and they also used their diplomatic resources to exert direct pressure, particularly on the German authorities. <...> The Democrats took a different path," the Russian diplomat noted.
The Nord Stream pipeline incidents took place in the exclusive economic zone of Denmark and Sweden, an area that is fully controlled by US intelligence agencies, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told the Soloviev Live TV program
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: Repairing the rupture that occurred on the lines of the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines may take more than six months, Pavel Zavalny, who heads the State Duma’s Committee on Energy, believes.
Zakharova pointed out that in previous years, the then Republican-led US administration "did everything to scuttle" the Nord Stream 2 project. "They employed methods of political pressure and blackmail, which are illegal and go beyond morality, law and logic, and they also used their diplomatic resources to exert direct pressure, particularly on the German authorities. <...> The Democrats took a different path," the Russian diplomat noted.
The Nord Stream pipeline incidents took place in the exclusive economic zone of Denmark and Sweden, an area that is fully controlled by US intelligence agencies, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told the Soloviev Live TV program
On 29 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: Repairing the rupture that occurred on the lines of the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines may take more than six months, Pavel Zavalny, who heads the State Duma’s Committee on Energy, believes.
USA DEFLECTS RUSSIAN COMMENTS BEFORE PUTIN NAMES "ANGLO-SAXONS"
On 29 Sept 2022 - USA: Department of State, @StateDept: Russia has a long history of spreading disinformation—and is doing it again regarding the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines. @StateDeptSpox responded clearly to this disinformation during today’s press briefing.
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
PUTIN NAMES ANGLO SAXONS
On 30 Sept 2022 Putin says 'Anglo-Saxon' powers blew up Nord Stream pipelines
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday directly accused "Anglo-Saxon" powers of blowing up the Nord Stream pipelines. "The sanctions were not enough for the Anglo-Saxons: they moved onto sabotage," Putin said. "It is hard to believe but it is a fact that they organised the blasts on the Nord Stream international gas pipeline."
On 30 Sept 2022 Putin: "Anglo-Saxons out to destroy EU energy infrastructure"
He also accused the West of sabotaging the Russia-built gas pipelines under the Baltic Sea to Germany. Putin said the "Anglo-Saxons have turned from sanctions to terror attacks, sabotaging the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in what he described as an attempt to "destroy the European energy infrastructure."
PUTIN NAMES ANGLO SAXONS
On 30 Sept 2022 Putin says 'Anglo-Saxon' powers blew up Nord Stream pipelines
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday directly accused "Anglo-Saxon" powers of blowing up the Nord Stream pipelines. "The sanctions were not enough for the Anglo-Saxons: they moved onto sabotage," Putin said. "It is hard to believe but it is a fact that they organised the blasts on the Nord Stream international gas pipeline."
On 30 Sept 2022 Putin: "Anglo-Saxons out to destroy EU energy infrastructure"
He also accused the West of sabotaging the Russia-built gas pipelines under the Baltic Sea to Germany. Putin said the "Anglo-Saxons have turned from sanctions to terror attacks, sabotaging the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in what he described as an attempt to "destroy the European energy infrastructure."
PATRUSHEV NAMES US THE MAIN BENEFICIARY
On 30 Sept 2022 US benefits from the Nord Stream incidents, Russian Security Council suggests
Nikolay Patrushev stressed that the West immediately embarked on a vigorous campaign to find the culprits. Washington benefits from the Nord Stream pipelines' damage, especially from an economic standpoint, Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolay Patrushev said at a meeting of CIS security and intelligence chiefs on Friday.
"More and more often, serious questions are being asked of the organizers of these smear campaigns. For instance, literally from the very first minutes after the reports about explosions at the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines had emerged, the West embarked on a vigorous campaign to find the culprits. Nevertheless, it is obvious that the main beneficiary, first and foremost, economically, is the US," he stated.
RISHI SUNAK DEFENDS UK AGAINST ACCUSATIONS
HIS INVOLVEMENT MAY BE BIGGER THAN KNOWN (051)
On 30 Sept 2022 Rishi Sunak Govt Slams 'lie Of Epic Scale' As Russia Blames UK For Nord Stream Attack
On 30 Sept 2022 Rishi Sunak Govt Slams 'lie Of Epic Scale' As Russia Blames UK For Nord Stream Attack
TRUSS EMERGES AFTER HIDING
3 DAYS BEFORE AND 3 DAYS AFTER THE 26TH WHEN NORDSTREAM WAS BLOWN UP
On 30 Sept 2022 Liz Truss emerges after disastrous mini-budget with little to say
POUND REACTS TO CRISIS (109)
BRITISH POUND WAS DECLINING AÚNTIL "IT IS DONE"
IT REVERSED AFTER THE USA AND NATO ALLIES DECIDED TO PROTECT UK (094)
On 30 Sept 2022 'The pound has plummeted!' Biden administration hits out at Truss tax cutting tactics. US Secretary of Commerce criticises UK’s economic plan - Joe Biden’s administration has hit out at Liz Truss’ economic policy as the Prime Minister’s government grapples with a fall in the value of the pound and a collapse in support for the Tories following last week’s mini budget. The criticism came at a talk for the Hamilton Project by US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo amid growing reports in Washington DC of increasingly tense relations between the White House and Downing Street.
WORRYING ABOUT RETALIATION? (031)
FORGOTTEN ATTACK ON SMALL ATLANTIC ISLAND
On 30 Sept 2022 "Russia could carry out attacks in space", warns British Armed Forces head Tony Radakin. Admiral says "if Russia did carry out strikes on satellites it would provoke 'a strong response' from Nato"
PROTECTING AGAINST RUSSIAN RETALIATATION (094)
UK LED JOINT WARRIOR EXERCISE
Between 30 Sept - 12 Oct 2022 Royal Navy leads huge military exercise around the UK
The biggest military exercise in the UK begins tomorrow as more than 11,000 sailors, soldiers and aircrew wage a 12-day ‘war’ around the British Isles. From Cape Wrath and the Hebrides to the North Sea and Channel, naval forces from across NATO will grapple with attacks from above, on and below the waves during Joint Warrior, Britain’s long-standing test of it – and international – military by land, sea and air. More than 20 ships and a handful of submarines, led by seven Royal Navy warships, including destroyer HMS Diamond and three frigates (Kent, Northumberland and Somerset), plus a couple of Royal Fleet Auxiliary tankers are participating.
More than 30 aircraft, including RAF Typhoon fighters and long-range maritime patrol aircraft will be committed, as well as drone technology and exercise planners intend to use ‘virtual’ aerial assets alongside live ones to test the response of participants.
Anti-submarine ships, aircraft and helicopters will hunt down live submarines, while land forces dealing with foes will include the gunners of 29 Commando Royal and elements of the US Marine Corps.
“Exercise Joint Warrior is a fantastic opportunity to fully demonstrate HMS Kent’s wide-ranging capabilities in close consort with other Royal Navy units, ground units, air assets and multinational forces,” said the Commanding Officer of the Portsmouth-based frigate, Commander Jez Brettell.
Joint Warrior is typically run from Clyde Naval Base, with the action mostly focused in north-west Scotland and adjacent waters.
This latest exercise, however, casts its net across the British Isles. Naval task groups will face each other down in both the North Sea off the coast of Scotland and the north-east coast of England, then again in the western Channel off Cornwall and Devon.
As a result, the exercise – which is due to end on October 12 – will be directed from RAF St Mawgan, near Newquay in Cornwall.
30 Sept 2022 - UK: We will continue to work alongside our partners to protect Europe’s energy security
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the Nord Stream gas pipeline.
"I’d like to thank our briefers for setting out what we know so far about this case, which is still clearly very limited."
"Once again in this chamber, we have heard some absurd Russian claims and conspiracy theories this afternoon."
"Russia’s request for this meeting was a cynical attempt to distract from President Putin’s illegal annexation of Ukrainian territory today."
"The damage to the Nordstream 1 and Nordstream 2 pipelines in the Baltic Sea is of deep concern. These leaks are not only causing risks to shipping but also substantial environmental damage in the Baltic Sea. They are releasing enormous amounts of methane into the earth’s atmosphere."
"We agree with the assessment that all currently available information indicates this damage is the result of sabotage. We strongly support the investigations by Denmark, Sweden and Germany"
"Intentional damage to civilian infrastructure is reckless and irresponsible, wherever it takes place. We must establish clear international norms that such damage is utterly unacceptable.
For NATO’s part, as set out in yesterday’s statement of the North Atlantic Council, Allies remain committed to prepare for, deter and defend against any hybrid tactics by state and non-state actors including coercive approaches to energy.
We are clear that any deliberate attack against Allies’ critical infrastructure would be met with a united and determined response.
The UK will continue to work alongside our partners to protect Europe’s energy security.
UK LED JOINT WARRIOR EXERCISE
Between 30 Sept - 12 Oct 2022 Royal Navy leads huge military exercise around the UK
The biggest military exercise in the UK begins tomorrow as more than 11,000 sailors, soldiers and aircrew wage a 12-day ‘war’ around the British Isles. From Cape Wrath and the Hebrides to the North Sea and Channel, naval forces from across NATO will grapple with attacks from above, on and below the waves during Joint Warrior, Britain’s long-standing test of it – and international – military by land, sea and air. More than 20 ships and a handful of submarines, led by seven Royal Navy warships, including destroyer HMS Diamond and three frigates (Kent, Northumberland and Somerset), plus a couple of Royal Fleet Auxiliary tankers are participating.
More than 30 aircraft, including RAF Typhoon fighters and long-range maritime patrol aircraft will be committed, as well as drone technology and exercise planners intend to use ‘virtual’ aerial assets alongside live ones to test the response of participants.
Anti-submarine ships, aircraft and helicopters will hunt down live submarines, while land forces dealing with foes will include the gunners of 29 Commando Royal and elements of the US Marine Corps.
“Exercise Joint Warrior is a fantastic opportunity to fully demonstrate HMS Kent’s wide-ranging capabilities in close consort with other Royal Navy units, ground units, air assets and multinational forces,” said the Commanding Officer of the Portsmouth-based frigate, Commander Jez Brettell.
Joint Warrior is typically run from Clyde Naval Base, with the action mostly focused in north-west Scotland and adjacent waters.
This latest exercise, however, casts its net across the British Isles. Naval task groups will face each other down in both the North Sea off the coast of Scotland and the north-east coast of England, then again in the western Channel off Cornwall and Devon.
As a result, the exercise – which is due to end on October 12 – will be directed from RAF St Mawgan, near Newquay in Cornwall.
CYNICAL UK SUGGEST TO PROTECT CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
WARNS RUSSIA AGAINST ANY RETALIATION TO OWN INFRASTRUCTURE
30 Sept 2022 - UK: We will continue to work alongside our partners to protect Europe’s energy security
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the Nord Stream gas pipeline.
"I’d like to thank our briefers for setting out what we know so far about this case, which is still clearly very limited."
"Once again in this chamber, we have heard some absurd Russian claims and conspiracy theories this afternoon."
"Russia’s request for this meeting was a cynical attempt to distract from President Putin’s illegal annexation of Ukrainian territory today."
"The damage to the Nordstream 1 and Nordstream 2 pipelines in the Baltic Sea is of deep concern. These leaks are not only causing risks to shipping but also substantial environmental damage in the Baltic Sea. They are releasing enormous amounts of methane into the earth’s atmosphere."
"We agree with the assessment that all currently available information indicates this damage is the result of sabotage. We strongly support the investigations by Denmark, Sweden and Germany"
"Intentional damage to civilian infrastructure is reckless and irresponsible, wherever it takes place. We must establish clear international norms that such damage is utterly unacceptable.
For NATO’s part, as set out in yesterday’s statement of the North Atlantic Council, Allies remain committed to prepare for, deter and defend against any hybrid tactics by state and non-state actors including coercive approaches to energy.
We are clear that any deliberate attack against Allies’ critical infrastructure would be met with a united and determined response.
The UK will continue to work alongside our partners to protect Europe’s energy security.
NORWAY FEARS RUSSIAN RETALIATON AGAINST THE PERPETRATOR
THEIR MAIN AND LARGEST CUSTOMER, THE UK
On 30 Sept 2022 - NOR: Forsvarsdepartement - After the gas leak in the Baltic Sea, the Norwegian Armed Forces are now more present and visible in the areas around our oil and gas installations.
On 30 Sept 2022 - NOR: Forsvarsdepartement - After the gas leak in the Baltic Sea, the Norwegian Armed Forces are now more present and visible in the areas around our oil and gas installations.
NORDIC MINISTERS STATEMENT
On 30 Sept 2022 - SWE/NOR/FIN/DK/IS: The #Nordic ministers of Defence met virtually today. 🇸🇪 🇳🇴 🇫🇮 🇩🇰 🇮🇸 Joint statement: "We, the Nordic Ministers of Defence are deeply concerned about the damage to the Nord Stream pipelines in international waters in the Baltic Sea. All information currently available points to a deliberate act of sabotage close to the national borders of Denmark and Sweden. It cannot be ruled out that this is a reckless attack on Europe’s energy infrastructure and an attempt to destabilise the already tense security situation. The leaks from the pipelines are causing risks to civilian sea-traffic and substantial environmental damage."
Finland, Iceland and Norway stand ready to support Denmark and Sweden by any means possible in the investigation of the incident. "We are in close contact with each other regarding the incident and the overall security situation in the Baltic Sea region and beyond..."
SWEDISH KING´S DIPLOMACY
On 30 Sept 2022 Swedish King Carl XVI Gustaf will hold audiences with the Ambassadors of Denmark, Estonia and Moldova.
GERMAN FINNISH NON-PUBLIC NAVAL MEETING
On 30 Sept 2022 The German Navy ship FGS Alster, visits the Port of Helsinki from 1 October to 4 October. The Commandant of the Finnish Naval Academy, Captain (Navy), Tuomo Mero, will host the visit. FGS Alster will not be open for public.
NORWAY NATO DIPLOMACY
NORWAY NATO DIPLOMACY
On 30 Sept 2022 Jonas Gahr Støre: "Spoke to @jensstoltenberg about how we stand together to safeguard Europe’s energy supply. And how we will continue to support Ukraine against unlawful aggression. Unity and resilience will prevail."
STORE MANAGES - NOR/GER/SEE/FIN/DK DIPLOMACY
On 30 Sept 2022 Conversation with allies about the situation in the Baltic Sea. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre this afternoon had a telephone conversation with the heads of state in Germany, Sweden and Denmark about this week's serious events in the Baltic Sea.
ARCTIC SECURITY ROUNDTABLE
On 30 Sept 2022 Oslo, United States European Command - Arctic Security Forces Roundtable co-chairs meet, focus on strategy. The Arctic Security Forces Roundtable (ASFR) co-chairs, Norwegian Royal Navy Rear Adm. Solveig Krey of the Norwegian Defence Staff and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Edward Vaughan of U.S. European Command met in Oslo Sep. 14 -15 to discuss the content of future meetings.
STOLTENBERG ON PROTECTING PERPETRATOR AGAINST RETALITATION
30 Sept 2022 - NATO: The NATO Secretary General press point (video). "NATO is not party to the conflict. But we provide support to Ukraine so it can uphold its right for self-defence, enshrined in the UN Charter."
"Ours is a defensive Alliance."
"We stand united and determined to defend and protect every NATO Ally."
"And every inch of Allied territory."
30 Sept 2022 - NATO: Press point - with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
"NATO is not party to the conflict. But we provide support to Ukraine so it can uphold its right for self-defence, enshrined in the UN Charter."
"Ours is a defensive Alliance.
We stand united and determined
to defend and protect every NATO Ally.
And every inch of Allied territory."
"Then on the on the on the pipelines. Yes, I spoke with Chancellor Scholz today. We addressed of course the sabotage against Nordstream One and Nordstream Two. This is very serious, big explosions destroying two pipelines. We support also the efforts which are ongoing, efforts of investigation to reveal the facts and to determine who was behind these attacks. NATO and NATO Allies are present with naval capabilities, with planes in the Baltic Sea, in the North Sea. And of course, this sends a message of Allies and NATO readiness to protect and defend each other, also critical infrastructure. These Allies, these capabilities, these planes, these ships are also collecting information, data, which can be helpful both for the ongoing investigation but also to monitor these critical energy infrastructures."
"And we are stepping up our sharing of intelligence, sharing of information. MARCOM, our Maritime Command in Northwood is collecting a lot of this information. And we are also actually reviewing some of the data we have already collected over the last weeks and months, to see that when we looked through those data again, whether we were able to discover something connected to the attacks on the two pipelines in the Baltic Sea. It also highlights the importance of the work which is ongoing in NATO to strengthen the resilience, including resilience of critical infrastructure. So a military presence to send the message of deterrence, to collect and monitor and collect data and monitor the infrastructure. And then, share information, and step up resilience are the most important ways NATO and NATO Allies are now supporting each other to prevent anything similar to happen to any other critical energy infrastructure."
"Ours is a defensive Alliance."
"We stand united and determined to defend and protect every NATO Ally."
"And every inch of Allied territory."
30 Sept 2022 - NATO: Press point - with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
"NATO is not party to the conflict. But we provide support to Ukraine so it can uphold its right for self-defence, enshrined in the UN Charter."
"Ours is a defensive Alliance.
We stand united and determined
to defend and protect every NATO Ally.
And every inch of Allied territory."
"Then on the on the on the pipelines. Yes, I spoke with Chancellor Scholz today. We addressed of course the sabotage against Nordstream One and Nordstream Two. This is very serious, big explosions destroying two pipelines. We support also the efforts which are ongoing, efforts of investigation to reveal the facts and to determine who was behind these attacks. NATO and NATO Allies are present with naval capabilities, with planes in the Baltic Sea, in the North Sea. And of course, this sends a message of Allies and NATO readiness to protect and defend each other, also critical infrastructure. These Allies, these capabilities, these planes, these ships are also collecting information, data, which can be helpful both for the ongoing investigation but also to monitor these critical energy infrastructures."
"And we are stepping up our sharing of intelligence, sharing of information. MARCOM, our Maritime Command in Northwood is collecting a lot of this information. And we are also actually reviewing some of the data we have already collected over the last weeks and months, to see that when we looked through those data again, whether we were able to discover something connected to the attacks on the two pipelines in the Baltic Sea. It also highlights the importance of the work which is ongoing in NATO to strengthen the resilience, including resilience of critical infrastructure. So a military presence to send the message of deterrence, to collect and monitor and collect data and monitor the infrastructure. And then, share information, and step up resilience are the most important ways NATO and NATO Allies are now supporting each other to prevent anything similar to happen to any other critical energy infrastructure."
30 Sept 2022 - NATO: NATO Threatens Retaliation After Gas Leaks It Says Were Likely Sabotage
The NATO military alliance warned Thursday it would retaliate for any attacks on the critical infrastructure of its 30 member countries and joined other Western officials in citing sabotage as the likely cause of damage to two natural gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea.
The NATO military alliance warned Thursday it would retaliate for any attacks on the critical infrastructure of its 30 member countries and joined other Western officials in citing sabotage as the likely cause of damage to two natural gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea.
NUCLEAR EVENT?
SUBMARINE DAMAGED?
On 30 Sept 2022 Visit to NATO by the US Under Secretary for Energy and Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration
On 30 Sept 2022 Visit to NATO by the US Under Secretary for Energy and Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration
NOTE: On 7 Nov 2022 it was announced that 6 weeks prior a UK Submarine had an "accident". The timing is precisely to the week of Nordstream affair.
"IT WAS A SABOTAGE" MANAGAMENT (030)
On 30 Sept 2022 US president Joe Biden has said damage to Nord Stream was a deliberate act of sabotage.
BLINKEN: TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY (078)
US LNG DELIVERIES WILL FLOW THROUGH UK´S LNG HUBS TO EUROPE
"IT WAS A SABOTAGE" MANAGAMENT (030)
On 30 Sept 2022 US president Joe Biden has said damage to Nord Stream was a deliberate act of sabotage.
BLINKEN: TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY (078)
US LNG DELIVERIES WILL FLOW THROUGH UK´S LNG HUBS TO EUROPE
LONDON COLLECTING TRANSIT FEES AFTER REDESIGNING EUROPE´S ENERGY FRAMEWORK (027)
On 30 Sept 2022 Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly At a Joint Press Availability
REMARKS - ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ROOM - WASHINGTON, D.C
FOREIGN MINISTER JOLY: "To add to that, obviously we support NATO’s and the EU’s declaration regarding the sabotage of the pipelines. We think that it is a very important European infrastructure. That is why I also had the opportunity to talk to my Danish and Swedish counterpart and obviously we spoke about it as well."
SECRETARY BLINKEN: "I think first it’s important to make clear that these pipelines – that is, Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 – were not pumping gas into Europe at this time. Nord Stream 2 never became operational, as is well known. Nord Stream 1 has been shut down for weeks because of Russia’s weaponization of energy."
"What we’ve been doing – and we’ve also been working on this together for many, many weeks as we saw the Russian aggression in Ukraine and as we saw the ongoing weaponization of energy by Russia – is to work very closely with European partners as well as countries around the world to make sure that there is enough energy on world markets."
"And so we’ve significantly increased our production as well as making available to Europe liquefied natural gas. And we’re now the leading supplier of LNG to Europe to help compensate for any gas or oil that it’s losing as a result of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine."
"We’ve worked to release oil from our Strategic Petroleum Reserve to make sure as well that there is oil on the markets and to help keep prices down. We’ve engaged with the European Union and established months ago a task force to work directly with Europe on ways to decrease demand to help get through the winter, as well as to pursue additional supply and to find ways to speed up the transition to renewables even as we’re getting through this challenging period. So all of that work is ongoing."
"My own sense – and I mentioned this the other day – is, look, there’s a lot of hard work to do to make sure that countries and partners get through the winter. Europe itself has taken very significant steps to both decrease demand but also look at ways to pursue the transition to renewables at the same time. And ultimately this is also a tremendous opportunity."
"It’s a tremendous opportunity to once and for all remove the dependence on Russian energy and thus to take away from Vladimir Putin the weaponization of energy as a means of advancing his imperial designs."
"That’s very significant and that offers tremendous strategic opportunity for the years to come, but meanwhile, we’re determined to do everything we possibly can to make sure that the consequences of all of this are not borne by citizens in our countries or, for that matter, around the world."
SECRETARY BLINKEN: "Shaun, thank you. First, on the pipelines, we’ve been in very close contact with our partners in Europe – notably with Denmark and Sweden. We are supporting the investigation into these attacks on the pipelines and working to be able to determine who is responsible."
"But I don’t want to get ahead of those investigations; that work is ongoing. I think everyone by now is well aware of something that Mélanie alluded to more broadly, but specific to Russia, which is the outrageous misinformation and disinformation campaigns that it engages in."
"So I really have nothing to say to the absurd allegation from President Putin that we or other partners or allies are somehow responsible for this, but we will get to the bottom of what happened, and we’ll share that information as soon as we’re – as soon as we have it. But I don’t want to get ahead of the investigation that’s ongoing."
"When it comes to the rhetoric we’ve heard from President Putin on nuclear weapons, you heard us speak to this very directly at the United Nations this week. This kind of loose talk about nuclear weapons is the height of irresponsibility and it’s something that we take very seriously. We are looking very carefully to see if Russia is actually doing anything that suggests that they are contemplating the use of nuclear weapons. To date we’ve not seen them take these actions, but we also know that Russia’s engaged in horrific – a horrific brutalization of Ukraine. And so the threats that they make, we take very seriously. As to President Putin’s intent, I’m not going to speculate on what’s in his mind. I can just tell you that we plan against every possible scenario, including this one."
OPERATION OF SOUTH STREAM PIPELINE COMPLICATED (015)
On 30 Sept 2022 - RU: TurkStream natural gas pipeline operator:
Our export license has been revoked, Turkey and Europe will not be affected
The Russian company, which operates the TurkStream natural gas pipeline, which carries Russian natural gas to eastern and southern European countries via the Black Sea and Turkey, announced that its export license was canceled by the Dutch government. South Stream Transport BV said it will continue to ship gas and has applied for license renewal.
AUSTIN REZNIKOV PHONE CALL
SUPPORT TO UKRAINE WILL CONTINUE DESPITE INTERNAL NATO TENSIONS
On 30 Sept 2022 Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Ukrainian Minister of Defence Oleksii Reznikov. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Oleksii Reznikov to condemn the sham referenda Russia staged in occupied areas in Ukraine, reiterating that the U.S. will never recognize these illegal and illegitimate attempts at annexation.
The leaders also discussed ongoing U.S. security assistance efforts, to include the most recent announcement of an additional $1.1 billion through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative focused on supporting Ukraine over the long term. Minister Reznikov provided an update on the situation on the ground and Secretary Austin underscored the unwavering U.S. commitment to support Ukraine as it pushes back against Russian aggression. The leaders discussed planning for the next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group and pledged to remain in close contact.
The leaders also discussed ongoing U.S. security assistance efforts, to include the most recent announcement of an additional $1.1 billion through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative focused on supporting Ukraine over the long term. Minister Reznikov provided an update on the situation on the ground and Secretary Austin underscored the unwavering U.S. commitment to support Ukraine as it pushes back against Russian aggression. The leaders discussed planning for the next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group and pledged to remain in close contact.
NORAD AND NOBLE DEFENDER NOT TO BE CANCELLED
September 2022 - USA: NORAD - Operation Noble Defender - September 2022 - Military aircraft from the three NORAD regions conducted defensive maneuvers along the northern and western approaches to North America. Most flights were conducted over sparsely populated Arctic and Pacific areas.
LISA FRANCHETTI
NATO SUBMARINE FORCES DURING CRISIS
On 30 Sept 2022 Commander Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet - Today, Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti visited Submarine Force Atlantic onboard Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads and spoke with Vice Adm. William Houston, commander, Submarine Forces.
US ITALY NAVAL COOPERATION - MARE APERTO 22
On 30 Sept 2022 USS Forrest Sherman Arrives in Tarantino, Italy for Port Visit
"...we begin preparations for Mare Aperto 22, an exercise hosted by the Italian Navy aimed at strengthening and enhancing combat readiness while conducting maritime operations.”
The aim of Mare Aperto 22 is to enhance interoperability and improve tactical maritime operations, with an emphasis on amphibious operations, among Allied participants. The exercise will take place in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ionian Sea, Sardinian Sea, Strait of Sicily and Taranto Gulf from 3-27 October, 2022.
USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) is the flagship for Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2), a multinational integrated task group that projects a constant and visible reminder of the Alliance’s solidarity and cohesion afloat and provides the Alliance with a continuous maritime capability to perform a wide range of tasks, including exercises and real-world operations in periods of crisis and conflict.
"...we begin preparations for Mare Aperto 22, an exercise hosted by the Italian Navy aimed at strengthening and enhancing combat readiness while conducting maritime operations.”
The aim of Mare Aperto 22 is to enhance interoperability and improve tactical maritime operations, with an emphasis on amphibious operations, among Allied participants. The exercise will take place in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ionian Sea, Sardinian Sea, Strait of Sicily and Taranto Gulf from 3-27 October, 2022.
USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) is the flagship for Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2), a multinational integrated task group that projects a constant and visible reminder of the Alliance’s solidarity and cohesion afloat and provides the Alliance with a continuous maritime capability to perform a wide range of tasks, including exercises and real-world operations in periods of crisis and conflict.
ROB BAUER ON ARCTIC CYCLE
On 30 Sept 2022 - NATO: Arctic Circle @_Arctic_Circle, Largest International Platform on the Arctic: We are happy to welcome Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of the @NATO Military Committee. He will speak on NATO and the Arctic at the #ArcticCircle #Assembly2022
THE NORDSTREAM AFFAIR WAS A MISSION BY NAVAL POWER
THE NORDSTREAM AFFAIR WAS A MISSION BY NAVAL POWER
THE HIGHEST NATO NAVAL LEADER IS FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM
On 30 Sept 2022 Jens Stoltenberg about Nordstream
"And we are stepping up our sharing of intelligence, sharing of information. MARCOM, our Maritime Command in Northwood is collecting a lot of this information."
"And we are stepping up our sharing of intelligence, sharing of information. MARCOM, our Maritime Command in Northwood is collecting a lot of this information."
NORDSTREAM AFFAIR
On 30 Sept 2022 JEF: Commander of the Naval Forces and Admiral Benelux - René Tas - Visited Joint Force Command Norfolk @JFCnorfolk this week. Sharing thoughts with NATO-Allies and Partners about current and future maritime warfare. Insightful discussions about world events, the shifting landscape and implications for @NATO #Strongertogether
CONTINGENCIES
STUDYING THE NORDSTREAM AFFAIR, LESSON LEARNED
On 30 Sept 2022 NOPF Dam Neck Changes Name to Theater Undersea Surveillance Command Atlantic. Naval Ocean Processing Facility (NOPF) Dam Neck officially changed its name to Theater Undersea Surveillance Command Atlantic (TUSC LANT) during a ceremony held at the command on Sept. 30, 2022.
TUSC LANT is one of several Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems (IUSS) commands under Commander Undersea Surveillance, conducting continuous maritime surveillance for undersea domain awareness. These IUSS commands provide timely and accurate acoustic intelligence reporting and cueing to all theater undersea warfare commanders using fixed, mobile, and deployable assets across the world.
TUSC LANT is one of several Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems (IUSS) commands under Commander Undersea Surveillance, conducting continuous maritime surveillance for undersea domain awareness. These IUSS commands provide timely and accurate acoustic intelligence reporting and cueing to all theater undersea warfare commanders using fixed, mobile, and deployable assets across the world.
On 30 Sept 2022 California, CAMP PENDLETON: Marines, contractors test new gear during Technical Concept Experiment 22.2. U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division worked with contractors to test new technologies on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, during Technical Concept Experiment 22.2, Sept. 19-30.
“A lot of it is gathering information,” said 1st Lt. John Finnigan, a platoon commander with 1st LAR. “Information is the new currency in modern warfare. The big thing is just being able to shape that battle space, shaping that maritime domain awareness.”
As 1st Marine Division prepares for the future fight, the new technology tested through TCE can provide a broader perspective for Marines on the battlefield, fostering data gathering and threat detection.
CONTINGENCIES
MEDICAL READINESS FOR POSSIBLE RUSSIAN NUCLEAR RETALIATION
On 30 Sept 2022 Army Surgeon General re-designates first of four Regional Health Commands
“Your mission as a medical readiness command begins today,” Dingle said. “Your colors are flying high…
On 30 Sept 2022 Regional Health Command Europe redesignates to Medical Readiness Command, Europe.
SEMBACH, Germany– The U.S. Army is modernizing medical care to provide sustained expeditionary, tailored, medical forces to support the Army against any adversary in joint, multi-domain, high-intensity battlefields of the future and through the next pandemic.
One way Army Medicine is doing that is by redesignating its four existing region health commands as Medical Readiness Commands.
US PACIFIC FLEET STILL ON HIGHER READINESS
On 30 Sept 2022 Army Surgeon General re-designates first of four Regional Health Commands
“Your mission as a medical readiness command begins today,” Dingle said. “Your colors are flying high…
On 30 Sept 2022 Regional Health Command Europe redesignates to Medical Readiness Command, Europe.
SEMBACH, Germany– The U.S. Army is modernizing medical care to provide sustained expeditionary, tailored, medical forces to support the Army against any adversary in joint, multi-domain, high-intensity battlefields of the future and through the next pandemic.
One way Army Medicine is doing that is by redesignating its four existing region health commands as Medical Readiness Commands.
US PACIFIC FLEET STILL ON HIGHER READINESS
On 30 Sept 2022 Pacific: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) sails in formation with JS Hyuga (DDH-181), USS Chafee (DDG-90), USS Lake Champlain (CG-57), and USS Mobile Bay (CG-53).
On 30 Sept 2022 A Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976) and JS Asahi (DD 119) in formation, Sept. 30, 2022
On 30 Sept 2022 A Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), ROKS Munmu the Great (DDH 976) and JS Asahi (DD 119) in formation, Sept. 30, 2022
DECIDES TO STICK WITH PRESENT ALLIES DESPITE THE FRIENDLY FIRE INCIDENT
On 30 Sept 2022 FRA Chef d'état-major des armées (@CEMA_FR): Opening of the 12th national strategic research conference. The disinhibition of power games and the return of high-intensity warfare reinforce the relevance of alliances and partnerships to maintain our freedom of action.
On 30 Sept 2022 FRA Chef d'état-major des armées (@CEMA_FR): Opening of the 12th national strategic research conference. The disinhibition of power games and the return of high-intensity warfare reinforce the relevance of alliances and partnerships to maintain our freedom of action.
EXPLORING POLICY OPTIONS AFTER NORDSTREAM AFFAIR
On 30 Sept 2022 US DoD: Readout of U.S.-Baltic Dialogue With Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Principal Director for European and NATO Policy Andrew Winternitz and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Doug Jones led a U.S. delegation to Riga, Latvia on September 27-28 for the annual U.S.-Baltic Dialogue with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The Allied delegations were led by Estonian Undersecretary for Defence Policy Tuuli Duneton, Latvian Under Secretary of State-Policy Director Rolands Henins, and Lithuanian Defense Policy Director Vaidotas Urbelis.
"The leaders discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, implementation of decisions from the NATO Summit in Madrid, the People’s Republic of China, and U.S. force posture in the Baltics."
"They also participated in a tabletop exercise to explore policy options for a unified response in crisis situations."
UNIFIED RESPONSE TO CRISIS SITUATION
On 30 Sept 2022 US DoD: Readout of U.S.-Baltic Dialogue With Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Principal Director for European and NATO Policy Andrew Winternitz and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Doug Jones led a U.S. delegation to Riga, Latvia on September 27-28 for the annual U.S.-Baltic Dialogue with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The Allied delegations were led by Estonian Undersecretary for Defence Policy Tuuli Duneton, Latvian Under Secretary of State-Policy Director Rolands Henins, and Lithuanian Defense Policy Director Vaidotas Urbelis.
"The leaders discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, implementation of decisions from the NATO Summit in Madrid, the People’s Republic of China, and U.S. force posture in the Baltics."
"They also participated in a tabletop exercise to explore policy options for a unified response in crisis situations."
NATO PARTNERSHIP WORKING DESPITE ONE MEMBER IS THE PERPETRATOR (183)
NORWEGIAN ASSET IN THE AREA FROM BEFORE BLAST
On 30 Sept 2022 - DK: The frigate Absalon and the environmental ship Gunnar Thorson are present in the waters around the gas leaks on Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 in the Baltic Sea. In addition, the Norwegian Armed Forces contribute with a helicopter that can carry out water surveillance from the air.
DK/NOR: Surveillance and Assertion of Sovereignty - The defense constantly monitors Denmark's maritime territory and airspace and can deploy the rejection response or ships from the Norwegian Navy if foreign aircraft or ships enter Danish territory without permission. The Norwegian Defense Forces continuously monitors the Danish maritime territories. The effort is led and coordinated by the National Maritime Operations Center (NMOC). The task is solved in collaboration with the Navy's various centers and lookout stations. The navy constantly has ships at sea, and patrol vessels and ships in port can be deployed for tasks at short notice.
RUSSIA AT THE UN COUNCIL
DK/NOR: Surveillance and Assertion of Sovereignty - The defense constantly monitors Denmark's maritime territory and airspace and can deploy the rejection response or ships from the Norwegian Navy if foreign aircraft or ships enter Danish territory without permission. The Norwegian Defense Forces continuously monitors the Danish maritime territories. The effort is led and coordinated by the National Maritime Operations Center (NMOC). The task is solved in collaboration with the Navy's various centers and lookout stations. The navy constantly has ships at sea, and patrol vessels and ships in port can be deployed for tasks at short notice.
RUSSIA AT THE UN COUNCIL
WE HAD NOT LINKED THE NORD STREAM INCIDENT
On 30 Sept 2022 TASS, @tassagency_en: Moscow calls for a thorough investigation into an act of sabotage against the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said at a UN Security Council
On 30 Sept 2022 Moscow calls for a thorough investigation into an act of sabotage against the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said at a UN Security Council.
"Russia calls for a thorough investigation to find out the real cause of what happened," he noted.
"We hope that you (Western members of the UNSC) will refrain from engaging in Russophobic verbal games that defy common sense, similar to those that you used in relation to Ukrainian strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant," Nebenzya said.
"It is absolutely clear to us that ordinary terrorists aren't capable of carrying out sabotage activities of this complexity and scale. We view actions aimed at damaging the gas pipelines as a deliberate act of sabotage against Russia's crucial energy facility," the envoy stressed.
"We will certainly establish all those involved in this act of sabotage. Any international investigation into what happened can claim impartiality only if Russia takes part in it," Nebenzya added.
"We had not linked the Nord Stream incident to the situation in Ukraine before our US colleague delivered his speech but now we understand that our Western colleagues see this act of sabotage - regardless of who is behind it - as some kind of revenge for Russia's activities in Ukraine," Nebenzya noted.
THE TRANSATLANTIC PARTNERSHIP IS SAVED
On 30 Sept 2022 US Embassy Brussels, @usembbrussels: Ambassador Adler invited @ian_lesser and @Bruno_Lete of the German Marshall Fund for coffee today at Whitlock Hall. It was a great way to connect and discuss how we can work together to continue growing our Transatlantic partnerships. @gmfus
BORRELL DEFUSES IMPACT OF NORDSTREAM BLASTS
On 30 Sept 2022 - EU: EP: Extraordinary Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Energy)
Member states recalled the declaration by the High Representative Josep Borrell on behalf of the European Union on leaks from the Nord Stream gas pipelines and underlined that there is no immediate impact on the EU’s security of supply, neither for gas nor for electricity.
IN PRAGUE EU REPRESENTATIVES WILL MEET THE PERPETRATOR
THE COVER-UP
On 30 Sept 2022 UK’s Truss U-turns on European Political Community to attend summit. The summit details here.
Later the on meeting 06/10: “I am very pleased, I must say, that our British friend has decided to join us,” she said, referring to the participation of British Prime Minister Liz Truss in the event.
After that, von der Leyen glanced at the British prime minister and paused, but, the newspaper emphasizes, “did not succeed in creating the necessary effect.” According to the author of the article, the awkward pause lasted at least five seconds, during which no one applauded the words of the politician.
The summit, which was attended by 44 countries, was the first meeting of a new political forum, which was announced as the goal of decision-making on issues such as migration and the energy crisis.
LIKELY TO DISCUSS MAGNETIC ANOMALIES AND PRESENCE OF UK´S SUBMARINE
On 30 Sept 2022 The Prime Minister ok DK travels to London and Brussels to discuss the destruction on Nord Stream 1 and 2 (read link)
Translation: Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen will meet on Saturday 1 October with British Prime Minister Liz Truss in London and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and the President of the European Council Charles Michel in Brussels.
"The government views the damage to Nord Stream 1 and 2 with the utmost seriousness. It is about the entire infrastructure of Europe, but of course the seriousness is especially felt here, as the incidents happened in our immediate area. I am in close dialogue with our partners to discuss the situation and ensure close cooperation. Among other things, how we will better protect our European energy infrastructure going forward.”
The trips to London and Brussels follow talks with a number of heads of state and government, including a video conference with the German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, the Norwegian Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, and the Swedish Prime Minister, Magdalena Andersson, who leads the Swedish transitional government.
On 30 Sept 2022 The Prime Minister ok DK travels to London and Brussels to discuss the destruction on Nord Stream 1 and 2 (read link)
Translation: Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen will meet on Saturday 1 October with British Prime Minister Liz Truss in London and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and the President of the European Council Charles Michel in Brussels.
"The government views the damage to Nord Stream 1 and 2 with the utmost seriousness. It is about the entire infrastructure of Europe, but of course the seriousness is especially felt here, as the incidents happened in our immediate area. I am in close dialogue with our partners to discuss the situation and ensure close cooperation. Among other things, how we will better protect our European energy infrastructure going forward.”
The trips to London and Brussels follow talks with a number of heads of state and government, including a video conference with the German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, the Norwegian Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, and the Swedish Prime Minister, Magdalena Andersson, who leads the Swedish transitional government.
SATURDAY 31 SEPTEMBER 2022
THE LONDON MEETING WITH THE PERPETRATOR
On 31 Sept 2022 UK Prime Minister Liz Truss meets with her Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen in London - video before meeting.
On energy security more widely, the Prime Minister and Prime Minister Frederiksen agreed on the need for likeminded democracies to work together to increase our energy independence.
The Prime Minister outlined the steps the UK has taken to decrease energy bills in the short-term and bolster our energy supply in the longer term. The leaders agreed to further NATO Threatens Retaliation AfterK-Danish cooperation in areas like wind power, where our countries are global pioneers.
On 31 Sept 2022 Danish Premier Frederiksen: extremely worried about Nord Stream sabotage quote... video after meeting.
On 31 Sept 2022 UK Prime Minister Liz Truss meets with her Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen in London - video before meeting.
On energy security more widely, the Prime Minister and Prime Minister Frederiksen agreed on the need for likeminded democracies to work together to increase our energy independence.
The Prime Minister outlined the steps the UK has taken to decrease energy bills in the short-term and bolster our energy supply in the longer term. The leaders agreed to further NATO Threatens Retaliation AfterK-Danish cooperation in areas like wind power, where our countries are global pioneers.
On 31 Sept 2022 Danish Premier Frederiksen: extremely worried about Nord Stream sabotage quote... video after meeting.
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