Turkey seeks energy leverage via Syria

ISTANBUL - As Syria's political landscape shifts toward a new government potentially aligned with Turkey, revived discussions on strategic energy and maritime agreements are making waves. One proposal is the revival of a natural gas pipeline that would transport Qatari gas to Europe through Syria and Turkey, a plan stalled for over 15 years. According to Turkey's Anadolu news agency, this pipeline could become viable once Syria stabilizes, offering an alternative gas supply for Europe. 

In a similar vein, Turkey's Milliyet newspaper highlights how Syria's transition creates an opportunity for a new energy corridor, as the country could not only host Qatari gas but also serve as a hub for Turkish-produced gas bound for Europe. However, analysts caution that the $25 billion cost of constructing such a pipeline might render the project financially unfeasible,...