Biden acknowledged the continuation of the construction of "Nord Stream - 2"

"The introduction of sanctions against the project would be counterproductive for US relations with Europe," the agency quoted Biden as saying.

He noted that the construction of the pipeline will continue, "because it is almost completely completed."

In May, the United States imposed sanctions on companies and ships on Nord Stream 2.

At the same time, the White House admitted that it would be very difficult to stop the completion of the gas pipeline, which is about 95% complete.