Trump's new plan: Russian gas could return to Europe with American mediation

Donald Trump aims to restart Russian gas exports to Europe via Ukraine, according to sources from the Wall Street Journal. This initiative, led by Trump's envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, seeks to promote a ceasefire in Ukraine's energy sector while benefiting American investors. However, European governments firmly oppose the idea, as it contradicts the EU's goal of eliminating Russian gas imports. The proposal suggests that Russia would deposit gas payments in an escrow account to prevent direct funding of the war. Additionally, discussions have occurred regarding American investment in the operation of the Nord Stream pipeline, involving both Kushner and a Russian economic envoy.