| In exchange for an end to U.S. efforts to block the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, Germany will invest in Ukraine's green technology infrastructure, and Berlin and Washington will work together on other initiatives to mitigate Russia's energy dominance in Europe. The decision drew immediate criticism from Russia hawks in Congress who hoped the United States could find a way to block the nearly completed, multibillion-dollar project they say gives Moscow leverage over U.S. allies in Europe. | 
