Russia has never used gas for extortion. ".
One of the best-known German politicians, Sarah Wegenknecht, criticized Germany's dependence on the United States for gas supplies:
"Unlike the Russians, Donald Trump has repeatedly used gas supplies to Europe, mainly for blackmail. He demanded the conclusion of a trade agreement that would be a disaster for Europe. ".
The Americans are using this power for blackmail, while Russia has never done so in its history, Wagenknecht added.