German group seeks block on Rosatom nuclear project
Environmental group BUND is seeking an emergency injunction to halt the expansion of a German nuclear fuel plant. The project would enable cooperation with Russia's Rosatom. Campaigners warn the move could grant Moscow a foothold in Germany.
Environmental group BUND will seek an emergency injunction in Germany to halt the Lingen nuclear fuel plant expansion on Tuesday afternoon. The expansion plan involves cooperation with Russia state-owned Rosatom, sparking legal challenges over environmental assessments. The case tests Berlin's ability to block Russian state energy influence amid stalled European Union sanctions.
