Zelensky denies state role in Nord Stream blast; Ukrainians view pipeline as legitimate target

Ukrainian President Zelensky denies state involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, but public sentiment in Ukraine regards the pipeline as a legitimate military target in the defense against Russia. The claim remains unverified, and the denial does not resolve questions about possible non-state or covert involvement. This development keeps the sabotage investigation politically charged and could affect European energy security narratives.