Poland Refuses to Extradite Ukrainian Suspect in 'Nord Stream' Pipeline Explosion to Germany
October 17, 2025184 ViewsRead Time: 1 minutes
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The Warsaw capital court announced its refusal to extradite Vladimir J., the Ukrainian citizen suspected of involvement in the explosion of the 'Nord Stream' pipeline, to the German authorities, and also canceled the temporary detention order against him.
Government Statements
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on October 7: "Extraditing the suspect to Germany does not serve Poland's national interest, but the final decision remains with the judiciary."
Background of the Arrest
The Polish police arrested Vladimir Gurovlev, 46, on September 30 in the town of Pruszków near Warsaw, based on a European arrest warrant.
Potential Charges in Germany
Gurovlev is suspected of participating in the explosion of the 'Nord Stream' and **'Nord Stream-2'** gas pipelines, and under German law, he faces a penalty of up to 15 years in prison if the charges are proven.
