Turkey bets on US LNG and Black Sea gas to cut Russia-Iran grip

Last updated: October 13, 2025 7:31 pm

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Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan [Reuters]

Turkey is aggressively reworking its energy strategy to cut reliance on Russian and Iranian gas. By signing long-term LNG deals and boosting Black Sea production, Ankara aims to halve its pipeline import needs by 2028.

A 20-year deal with Mercuria will bring 4 bcm of U.S. LNG annually from 2026. A separate 5.8 bcm Australia pact begins in 2030. These LNG imports, together with domestic output, could exceed 26 bcm per year.

Its current contracts with Russia (22 bcm) and Iran (10 bcm) will soon expire, giving Turkey negotiating leverage. Energy experts say Turkey could shift to a more flexible, diversified supply mix.

The move also carries geopolitical weight: reducing Moscow and Tehran’s foothold in the last major European gas market they serve. For Turkey, success means more energy security and regional influence.

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