As Germany's energy crisis deepens, top executives are engaging in secretive talks with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which has surged to the top of national polls. The surprise negotiations, which have been met with skepticism and concern from many in the German establishment, reportedly focus on restarting gas flows through the contentious Nord Stream pipeline, a project long opposed by the European Union. The talks come as Berlin scrambles to find solutions to its energy woes following Russia's decision to drastically cut gas supplies. With the AfD's hardline stance on energy policy and its ties to nationalist and populist ideologies, the implications of these talks are far-reaching and raise questions about the future of Germany's energy policy and its relationships with Europe and Russia.
Executives hold talks with far-right party, which leads German polls and supports restarting gas flows through Nord Stream
