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Electricity price surge in Syria deepens social and economic crisis

The end of subsidies and a dramatic rise in electricity prices in Syria are worsening poverty and fuelling public discontent, as the country begins reconstruction after more than a decade of war.

Le TAP augmente ses nominations de gaz aux interconnexions européennes clés

Les nominations du Trans Adriatic Pipeline progressent à Melendugno, Nea Mesimvria et Komotini, signalant davantage d’offre pipeline et une flexibilité accrue pour les expéditeurs face aux arbitrages avec le gaz naturel liquéfié.

The UN validates an Article 6.4 methodology for landfill methane

The Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism formalizes a landfill-methane methodology, imposes an investment-based additionality test, and governs issuance of traceable units via a central registry, with host-country authorizations and corresponding adjustments required.
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Turkey locks in 19 Bcma of LNG, Moscow and Tehran under pressure

Botaş lines up a series of liquefied natural gas (LNG, liquefied natural gas) contracts that narrow the space for Russian and Iranian flows, as domestic production and import capacity strengthen its bargaining position. —

Baghdad in talks over OPEC quota despite exports at 3.6 million barrels

Iraq is negotiating a potential revision of its OPEC production limit while maintaining exports at around 3.6 million barrels per day despite significantly higher capacity.

Baker Hughes reports $8.2bn in orders in Q3 despite net income decline

Baker Hughes recorded a 23% increase in orders in Q3 2025, driven by its gas segment, while net income fell 20% year-on-year to $609mn.
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Kuwait signs $489mn deal with Kuzu for wastewater treatment plant

Kuwait’s Ministry of Public Works has signed an agreement with Turkish company Kuzu to build a wastewater treatment plant for the upcoming Al Mutlaa city in the north of the country.

Jordan: exporting its electricity via Syria, operational levers and constraints

Jordan can export electricity if three conditions align: fuel availability for its power plants, measurable system surplus, and a functional transit framework via Syria to Lebanon with clear metering and settlement rules.

EU bans co-processing to block imports of Russian oil products

The European Commission imposes new rules requiring proof of refined crude origin and excludes the use of mass-balancing to circumvent the Russian oil ban.
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UK sanctions Rosneft, Lukoil and 51 vessels linked to Russian oil exports

The United Kingdom targets two Russian oil majors, Asian ports and dozens of vessels in a new wave of sanctions aimed at disrupting Moscow's hydrocarbon exports.

Valeura revives deep gas in Turkey through strategic partnership

Valeura Energy partners with Transatlantic Petroleum to restart gas exploration in the Thrace basin, with testing and drilling planned this quarter in deep formations.

Saudi companies to launch 500 MW of energy projects in Syria

Al-Harfi and SCLCO signed agreements with Syrian authorities to develop solar and wind capacity, amid an ongoing energy rapprochement between Riyadh and Damascus.
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Project InnerSpace unveils GeoMap in the Middle East with 14,000 GW geothermal potential

The new GeoMap tool identifies vast geothermal potential in the Middle East, notably for urban cooling, long-duration storage, and large-scale power generation.

Russian crude exports hit 18-month high despite sanctions pressure

Russian seaborne crude shipments surged in September to their highest level since April 2024, despite G7 sanctions and repeated drone strikes on refinery infrastructure.

Iraq resumes oil exports from Kurdistan after two-year suspension

Baghdad has restarted crude shipments from Kurdistan via the pipeline to Turkey, following a two-year halt linked to legal and contractual disputes involving international firms operating in the region.
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Eight international oil companies reach deal to resume Kurdistan exports

Eight oil companies and Iraqi and Kurdish authorities have reached a preliminary deal to restart crude exports via the Iraq-Turkey pipeline, halted since March 2023.

EBRD injects $100mn into DenizBank’s green bond in Turkey

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development invests $100mn in a DenizBank green bond to expand sustainable financing access and support capital markets in Turkey.

Russia shifts coal exports toward Asia, expert says

Facing Western restrictions, Russia plans to increase coal deliveries to China, India and Turkey, according to a recent presentation on the sector’s outlook.
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Kazakhstan resumes crude exports via BTC after one-month technical halt

KazMunayGas has resumed oil shipments to Turkey through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline, following a stoppage due to a contamination issue resolved at the Aktau terminal.

Greece and Libya resume talks on maritime delimitation

Athens and Tripoli engage in a negotiation process to define their exclusive economic zones in the Mediterranean, amid geopolitical tensions and underwater energy stakes.
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Turkey Invests $70 Million to Develop Renewable Energy

Turkey launches a plan to modernize its electrical grid with the support of Climate Investment Funds and international financial players, aiming to quadruple solar capacity and double wind energy by 2035.

East Mediterranean LNG Prices Decline Amid Weak European Demand

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices in the Eastern Mediterranean are falling, impacted by weak European demand and reduced shipping costs while gas reserves remain high.

Turkey Embarks on an Ambitious Energy Transition by 2035

Turkey quadruples its wind and solar capacity to 120 GW by 2035, requiring $108 billion in public and private investments to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and support a carbon-neutral economy.
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Iraqi Kurdistan: Critical Elections Amid Crude Export Blockade

The semi-autonomous Kurdistan region of Iraq is holding elections marked by disagreements over oil policies, while relations with Baghdad remain tense and the pipeline to Turkey remains closed.

Turkey Facing the Expiration of Major Gas Contracts in 2025-2026

Turkey Facing the Expiration of Major Gas Contracts in 2025-2026

Hungary Sees TurkStream as Vital Alternative Amidst Ukraine Gas Transit Uncertainty

Hungary Sees TurkStream as Vital Alternative Amidst Ukraine Gas Transit Uncertainty
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Turkey and Brazil: New Main Buyers of Russian Diesel Post-EU Embargo

Since the EU embargo in February 2023, Turkey and Brazil have emerged as the main buyers of Russian diesel. This realignment of commercial flows is redefining the global diesel market, impacting prices and supply chains.

Turkey Launches Hydrocarbon Exploration Mission in Somalia

The Turkish mission to explore hydrocarbons in Somalia strengthens Turkey's energy and geopolitical strategy while offering significant economic prospects for Somalia.

The Alexandroupolis LNG Terminal Redefines Energy Security in Europe

The new Alexandroupolis LNG terminal in Greece strengthens energy diversification in Eastern Europe, thereby reducing regional dependence on Russian gas and increasing supply security.
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High-Sulfur Petcoke Price Decline Reshapes the Asian Market

High-sulfur petcoke prices are plummeting due to China's withdrawal from this segment, pushing producers to seek new markets in India and Turkey.

BRICS accelerate energy exchanges and de-dollarization

BRICS energy ministers focus on the future of global energy markets, highlighting the de-dollarization of trade, despite the challenges of currency fluctuations and the complexity of oil trade.

Iraq boosts gas production and cuts energy imports

Iraq is aiming for gas self-sufficiency within five years, thanks to foreign investment and increased management of domestic production.
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Greece-Bulgaria interconnection: New impetus for European gas flows

ICGB and DESFA strengthen Europe's energy infrastructure with a new interconnection agreement, facilitating gas flows in Greece, Bulgaria and beyond, in a context of diversification of supply sources.

Pro-nuclear countries call for global funding for civil nuclear power

Nuclear-friendly countries are calling on financial institutions and development banks to finance nuclear infrastructure and develop small modular reactors.

Energy Interconnection Europe Middle East the GSI project between challenges and opportunities

The Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) is an ambitious project to link the power grids of Cyprus, Greece and the Middle East. This strategic cable could transform the region's energy security, while raising major geopolitical challenges.
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Apollo invests in TAP to strengthen European energy security

Apollo Global Management has signed a $1 billion agreement with BP to acquire a stake in the Trans Adriatic Pipeline. This strategic investment aims to strengthen Europe's energy security while diversifying sources of supply.

Germany and Central Asia: strategic partnership for sustainable resources

Germany is stepping up its efforts to secure raw materials in Central Asia, in particular with Uzbekistan, against a complex geopolitical backdrop. This strategy aims to diversify its energy supplies while addressing issues of human rights and transparency.

Ecuador faces power crisis, with scheduled blackouts

Ecuador is experiencing an energy crisis marked by scheduled power cuts and maintenance work. This situation, exacerbated by unfavorable weather conditions, raises crucial economic and social issues for the country.
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Sanctions: Russian maneuvers to exploit the Arctic fail

The United States is stepping up its pressure on Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project by imposing new sanctions against companies and vessels involved, further complicating Moscow's liquefied gas export capabilities.
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Ukraine stops Russian gas transit, but to what effect?

The announcement that Russian gas transit via Ukraine will cease in a few months' time is changing the energy dynamic in Europe and redefining supply and diversification strategies. This article analyzes the economic, geopolitical and logistical consequences for the various players involved.
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