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Ukrainian man arrested over undersea explosions that damaged gas pipelines in 2022
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The damage occurred in 2022 to pipelines between Russia and Germany. A suspect is in custody for damage to gas pipelines.
A suspect is in custody for damage to gas pipelines. Prosecutors suspect this individual of sabotage and destruction. The damage occurred in 2022 to pipelines between Russia and Germany.
This person was arrested by police in Pula, acting on a European warrant. Further details about the case are available from the prosecutor's office. The suspect's identity is partially withheld, in line with privacy rules, but it is known that the person has scuba diving training.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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