US, Russia explore gas sale to Europe amid Ukraine war: sources

Recent high-level discussions between Russian and American officials, including Jared Kushner, have centered on the potential for a US investment in the Nord Stream gas pipelines. These pipelines, which previously supplied gas to Germany, have become a contentious issue in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The talks have involved Kirill Dmitriev, a close advisor to Russian President Vladimir Putin, and involve overcoming significant obstacles such as US and EU sanctions on the pipelines.

While some see this as a potential means to restore peace, others, including German lawmakers, warn of the potential negative impacts on Europe and Germany's military spending. The discussions have also extended to a possible sale of Lukoil assets to a consortium of international investors, with the US Treasury likely to play a role in lifting sanctions.