Peskov noted that the Nord Stream 2 project is extremely important for European energy security and for providing Europe with energy resources.
“But, of course, such special representatives on a project that have nothing to do with the United States and which is generally located on another continent, probably speaks very eloquently about what is called interference in internal affairs, interference in the economic interests of other countries, and so on and so forth. the like, "- said Peskov.
He also said that while the Kremlin sees that the countries that are partners in this project are quite consistent in their intentions to finalize Nord Stream 2 and launch it.
Earlier, the Politico newspaper, citing sources, reported that the White House is discussing the possible candidacy of a special representative in the negotiations to end the construction of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
According to sources, Amos Hochstein, a former special envoy of the State Department for international energy issues, is considered among possible candidates.