On October 16, 2025, a Polish court rejected the extradition of a 46-year-old Ukrainian man, identified as Volodymyr Z., who was wanted by German prosecutors for alleged involvement in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. The suspect was arrested near Warsaw on a European arrest warrant issued by Germany, which accuses him of being part of a team that planted explosives on the pipelines under the Baltic Sea near Denmark.
The court ruled that the pipeline attack should be viewed as a military action in a “just war,” exempting the individual from criminal liability. The judge also raised questions about Germany’s jurisdiction since the explosions occurred in international waters. Consequently, the court ordered the immediate release of Volodymyr Z., a decision praised by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who publicly opposed the extradition, citing national interest and justice.
The suspect’s lawyer argued his client denies any wrongdoing and should not face charges for actions directed against Russia. The ruling sparked concern over diplomatic tensions between Poland, Germany, and other European nations, reflecting the complex geopolitics surrounding the Nord Stream incident.
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