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UN warns that critical minerals fuel 'geopolitical competition' as demand projected to quadruple

- 'Mining for these minerals has been linked to human rights abuses and environmental degradation,' says Rosemary DiCarlo

06.03.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Pakistan requests Saudi Arabia to continue fuel supply via alternate route after Strait of Hormuz closure

- Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik requested provision of oil through port of Yanbu on Red Sea during meeting with Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki, says Petroleum Ministry

06.03.2026 Oil , Energy Diplomacy , General

Russia says LNG tanker attacked near Malta’s territorial waters

- Moscow blames unmanned Ukrainian boats for strike off Libya’s coast; Kyiv has not commented

04.03.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Hormuz closure could hit Asia directly, trigger chain reactions in global economy

- Prolonged Hormuz closure risks soaring oil prices and inflation pressures worldwide

05.03.2026 Oil , Energy Diplomacy

European gas prices surge as Qatar halts LNG output, Hormuz risks threaten flows

- Transit risks through Strait of Hormuz and uncertainty over LNG flows trigger volatility across European gas markets

04.03.2026 Finance , Lng/Lpg , Energy Diplomacy , General

Israel strike risk heightens oil price concerns amid nuclear deadlock

- Growing tensions between Washington and Tehran, coupled with reports of Israeli military action, lift geopolitical risk sentiment across global energy markets

01.03.2026 Oil , Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to sign 2nd phase of 5-GW renewable energy deal at COP31

- 'We are going to sign 3 gigawatts in renewable and storage by COP31,' Abunayyan tells Anadolu in an interview on the sidelines of the signing ceremony in Istanbul for Sivas and Taseli solar power plant projects

25.02.2026 Energy Projects

US holds discussions with Pakistan on development of its critical minerals and energy sectors

- Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Washington, DC on sidelines of Board of Peace meeting

20.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye, ACWA to sign power purchase and solar investment deals on Friday

- Türkiye, Saudi Arabia intergovernmental agreement on renewable energy power plant projects covers total capacity of 5,000 MW

20.02.2026 Finance , Solar , Energy Diplomacy

Energy infrastructure in Ukraine hit by 1,225 attacks in 2025 as damage surpasses $20B

- Russian strikes on Ukraine's electricity grid last year eclipsed cumulative total of the war's first three years

17.02.2026 Electricity , Energy Security , General

Zelenskyy holds talks with Aliyev, Pavel on energy, defense support in Munich

- Ukrainian leader expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for energy package, discusses ammunition deliveries with Czech president

15.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Released Epstein emails highlight rare earth element briefings, China strategy discussions

- Documents show discussions on China's dominance in rare earths and global supply diversification efforts

12.02.2026 Finance , Energy Diplomacy , General

US energy secretary launches ‘historic’ energy reset in Caracas

- US and Venezuela announce pivot from decade of conflict toward long-term energy partnership

12.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Ukraine faces critical energy disruptions as Zelenskyy orders faster defense against drone strikes

- Ukrainian president calls for swift Air Force adjustments and stronger local response to prolonged blackouts in Sumy, Kharkiv and Poltava

11.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Beyond finance: Released Epstein correspondence exposes advisory role in global energy sector

- From Israeli gas export debates to solar drones and LNG terminals, emails map a web of political and corporate contacts

10.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy , General

India, Malaysia agree to bolster defense, trade, energy cooperation

- Visiting Indian Premier Narendra Modi holds talks with Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim

09.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye could expand gold output, become regional refining and trading hub, says miners association

- Rising global gold demand could help expand Türkiye's gold production capacity if supported by necessary policy steps, says Gold Miners Association

10.02.2026 Energy Projects

US states court Turkish investors with low-cost energy pitch

- Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia highlight reliable, low-cost power for manufacturers

10.02.2026 Electricity , Natural Gas , Oil , Finance , Energy Diplomacy

US, UK ink partnership deal on critical minerals

- Agreement expected to help secure critical minerals needed in key sectors like automotive, defense, and clean energy, both in the UK and the US

07.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy , Energy Projects

Ukraine's president announces new round of talks to end war with Russia soon

- 'If there is a next meeting, then there is a chance to continue the dialogue, which we really want to lead to the end of the war,' says Zelenskyy

07.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Polish foreign minister backs new US plan, warns critical minerals must not be used for 'blackmail'

- Radoslaw Sikorski says negotiations on proposal intensifying within EU, among member states

06.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Cuba open to dialogue with US after Washington tightens sanctions

- President Miguel Diaz-Canel says talks should take place “without pressure, without preconditions, (and) on an equal footing’

06.02.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Rising demand and AI expansion strain global electricity systems

- Rising electricity demand driven by AI, data centres and electrification is exposing grid bottlenecks and forcing countries to balance renewables, nuclear and flexible power expansion, experts say

03.02.2026 Electricity , Finance , Nuclear , International Relations , General

Zelenskyy says Ukraine ensuring reliable gas supplies ‘despite all challenges’

- Supply routes diversified, essential to ensure equipment is restored and replaced, says Ukrainian president

31.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready to cease strikes on Russian energy sites if Moscow reciprocates

- Commenting on Trump asking Putin for week-long energy ceasefire, Ukraine’s president denies any direct dialogue, agreements between Kyiv, Moscow

31.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Norway's sovereign fund boosts Türkiye investments over $1.7B

- Norway wealth fund ramps up Türkiye exposure accross 79 companies as energy, banking and defense firms anchor its Turkish portfolio

31.01.2026 Finance , Energy Projects , General

Zelenskyy says energy ceasefire in Ukraine discussed at Abu Dhabi peace talks

- Comments come after Trump said he asked Putin for week-long ceasefire due to extreme winter conditions

31.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Trump to target countries supplying oil to Cuba with tariffs

- Move is intended to protect US national security and foreign policy interests from Cuba's 'malign actions and policies,' says White House

30.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Sweden pushes for tougher EU sanctions on Russian energy revenues

- Stockholm proposes full maritime services ban on ships carrying Russian oil, tighter curbs on fertilizer exports to EU, halt to luxury goods exports to Russia

30.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

French president flays Russian strikes on civilians, energy infrastructure, pledges power generators for Ukraine

- 'France’s position is clear: we will support Ukraine for as long as necessary so that it can defend itself and defeat the war of aggression waged by Russia,' Macron says

30.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

EXCLUSIVE- US 'maximum pressure' campaign tightens grip on Iran's economy

- US pushes Tehran toward concessions through energy policies and sanctions as Iran rejects demand to fully halt uranium enrichment as 'red line'

29.01.2026 Oil , Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye-Libya cooperation to make 2026 "landmark year" for energy, Turkish minister says

- Alparslan Bayraktar's remarks come on sidelines of Libya Energy and Economy Summit in Tripoli where minister also attended 22nd meeting of Türkiye-Libya Joint Economic Commission

26.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Turkish energy minister highlights "strong international cooperation" to navigate global energy uncertainties

- Türkiye sees much greater potential through international cooperation, Bayraktar says

27.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Karmod manufactures armored security cabins for energy facility

- Company continues to manufacture high-specification security structures tailored to needs of Türkiye’s rapidly developing sectors, manager says

19.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Energy transition technologies offer new opportunities for global energy systems, IRENA says

- IRENA report highlights 40 innovations to help policymakers build resilient power systems, expand energy access and promote local development

16.01.2026 Finance , Wind , Solar , Renewable , International Organization

Slovenia, Dominican Republic voice confidence in Türkiye's hosting of COP31

- Officials from Slovenia and Dominican Republic say Türkiye's geopolitical position and renewable energy progress support successful COP31 in Antalya

13.01.2026 Finance , Renewable , Energy Diplomacy

IRENA kicks off Pre-Assembly Day ahead of 16th Assembly

- IRENA highlights record renewable growth but warns progress remains insufficient

12.01.2026 Renewable , Energy Diplomacy

Turkish, Somali energy ministers discuss cooperation opportunities

- Türkiye sees Somalia as one of most important partners in Africa, Turkish minister says

04.01.2026 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye calls for deeper energy cooperation among Turkic states

- Vast energy resources of Turkic world make deeper cooperation essential to build integrated east–west corridors for natural gas, oil and renewable electricity, says Turkish energy minister

10.12.2025 Energy Diplomacy , General

Türkiye and Romania's energy cooperation carries strategic significance, says Romania's ambassador to Ankara

- Türkiye and Romania strengthen their economic and energy ties, building a strategic partnership that fosters growth and regional stability

11.12.2025 Energy Diplomacy

US consul general says energy is key to $100B US-Türkiye trade goal

- 'Türkiye's investment in its onshore infrastructure and its regasification units make it a very attractive market,' US Consul General in Istanbul tells Anadolu

08.12.2025 Natural Gas , Nuclear , International Relations

UN urges de-escalation in Black Sea following attacks on ships

- Attacks against civilians, civilian infrastructure, including energy infrastructure, prohibited under international law, says spokesperson

02.12.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Zelenskyy says Ukraine agrees with Greece on gas imports

- Ukraine’s president says deal to establish another gas supply route to secure gas imports for winter

19.11.2025 Natural Gas , Energy Diplomacy

Zelenskyy calls for resignation of energy, justice ministers amid corruption probe

- 'The minister of justice and minister of energy cannot remain in office. This is an issue of trust,' says Ukraine's president

13.11.2025 Energy Diplomacy

US signals readiness to work with Türkiye on Syria's reconstruction

- Syria remains key area of cooperation between Washington and Ankara, US official says

11.11.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye, Canada's AtkinsRealis launch technical studies on future nuclear projects

- Türkiye and Canadian firm explore cooperation opportunities, potential use of CANDU technology in nuclear projects, says energy minister

07.11.2025 Electricity , Finance , Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye ready to build bridges across continents, energy systems: Energy minister

- Bayraktar says Türkiye’s geography gives it natural edge as ‘center of gravity’ for regional, global cooperation

30.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Zelenskyy announces creation of Energy Coalition to bolster Ukraine’s power security

- Ukrainian president says first meeting will be video format as allies pledge new energy aid

30.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Talks to revise S.Korea's nuclear energy pact with US to start soon: Seoul

- Seoul seeks authorization to reprocess spent nuclear fuel, enrich uranium to produce its own nuclear fuel

23.10.2025 Nuclear , Energy Diplomacy

China slams EU over fresh Russia sanctions, says dialogue 'only viable way' out of Ukraine war

- ⁠Beijing's reaction comes just after EU placed fresh sanctions on Chinese entities due to ongoing war in Ukraine

23.10.2025 Oil , Energy Diplomacy

Zelenskyy welcomes new US sanctions on Russia’s oil giants

- Ukrainian leader says move sends ‘strong and much-needed message’ that 'prolonging the war and spreading terror come at a cost'

24.10.2025 Oil , Energy Diplomacy

Turkish President Erdogan arrives in Kuwait

- After bilateral, inter-delegation meetings, signing of agreements between 2 countries, Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to attend official dinner hosted by Kuwaiti emir

23.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

African Union eyes closer cooperation with Turkish companies in mineral processing, renewables

- Commissioner Francisca Tatchouop Belobe says bloc looks forward to working with Turkish companies on value-added mining and renewable energy projects across continent

22.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

47 million Europeans struggle to heat homes amid unequal energy transition

- EU's Committee of the Regions warns that rising energy costs, centralized funding plans deepening social and regional inequalities across Europe

17.10.2025 International Organization

US expects Japan to stop buying Russian energy: Treasury secretary

- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent meets with Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato to discuss plans for mobilizing Japan’s strategic investment in US

17.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Turkish energy minister strengthens international ties at Russian Energy Week

- Alparslan Bayraktar holds energy cooperation talks with ministers from Russia, Saudi Arabia, Hungary, and Vietnam

16.10.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye plays key role in Europe's energy security through major gas transit projects

- "We would like to increase interconnection capacity between Türkiye and Europe," says Alparslan Bayraktar

16.10.2025 Energy Projects

Energy pacts to bolster Türkiye-US strategic partnership, expert says

- Recent energy accords expected to support American jobs and lower energy costs for Türkiye while deepening bilateral economic ties

08.10.2025 Nuclear , Lng/Lpg , Energy Diplomacy

Kremlin accuses Trump of seeking to compel entire world to buy expensive US oil and gas

- Premium markets are in East, Kremlin spokesman says on Russia's energy pivot

25.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Turkish energy minister seeks investment, LNG cooperation in New York talks

- Alparslan Bayraktar is in New York this week, accompanying President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the 80th session of UN General Assembly

24.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Ukraine's EU membership could drag bloc into war against Russia, warns Hungary

- 'We are open to good relations with Ukraine, but we will never give up our national interest,' says Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto

12.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Türkiye secures 8.7 bcm of gas in new LNG deals with bp, Eni and Shell

- Alparslan Bayraktar is attending Gastech 2025 forum in Milan, which runs from Sept. 9 to 12

11.09.2025 Natural Gas , Lng/Lpg , Energy Diplomacy

Zangezur Corridor poised to reshape Caspian–Europe energy routes

- Project seen as shortest route to diversify oil, gas and power flows away from Russia

11.09.2025 Electricity , Natural Gas , Oil , Energy Diplomacy

New US and EU sanctions targeting Russia seen limited for energy market

- Analysts say new measures are designed to weaken Russia's war capabilities through economic pressure, with only limited focus on energy sector

09.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy , General

Türkiye to launch 2 GW wind, solar tenders in Nov–Dec

- YEKA auctions to cover 1,150 MW of wind, 850 MW of solar projects

06.09.2025 Renewable , Energy Diplomacy , Energy Projects

Türkiye, Azerbaijan expand energy cooperation into electricity

- 'We have very ambitious goals for converting Azerbaijan's renewable energy potential into production,' says Turkish energy minister

05.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Brazil formally requests to join International Energy Agency as member country

- Country cites years of close partnership and value IEA provides in navigating complex global energy landscape in formal letter

03.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Xi hails Türkiye's 'self-reliance spirit,' seeks to boost synergy between Belt and Road, Middle Corridor initiatives

- Chinese leader holds bilateral talks with President Erdogan in Tianjin ahead of SCO Summit

01.09.2025 Energy Diplomacy

Recognition of Palestine could unlock Gaza Marine gas resources: experts

- Gaza Marine remains untapped with an estimated 30–35 billion cubic meters of reserves

02.09.2025 Natural Gas , Energy Diplomacy , International Relations , Energy Projects

Turkish firm ALP24 expanding energy and mining projects across Africa

- Company has recently launched projects in Namibia, Botswana and Zambia, establishing itself as a stakeholder not only in energy and natural resources but also in Africa’s development agenda

24.08.2025 Energy Projects

ExxonMobil signs MoU with Libya’s NOC after decade-long hiatus

- MoU will see ExxonMobil conduct detailed technical study of four offshore blocks located near northwest coast and Sirte Basin

07.08.2025 Natural Gas , Oil , Energy Diplomacy , International Relations , Energy Projects

Türkiye-UK trade deal could set global example: British envoy

- With trade exceeding £27 billion, Türkiye stands among the UK’s largest trading partners

05.08.2025 Renewable , Finance , Energy Diplomacy , General

UN nuclear watchdog’s team at Ukrainian Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant hear explosions as auxiliary facility reportedly attacked

- ‘The IAEA team at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location where the plant said one of its auxiliary facilities was attacked today (Saturday),' says UN nuclear watchdog

03.08.2025 Energy Diplomacy

EU proposes new strategy for small modular reactors, $232M guarantee to spur investment

IAEA confirms damage to buildings at Iran’s Natanz enrichment site

No rise in radiation levels detected in countries bordering Iran: UN nuclear watchdog

Armenia, US sign joint statement on peaceful nuclear cooperation amid landmark visit

Türkiye says power system strong amid European blackout

Türkiye's daily power consumption down 1.8% on April 26

Türkiye's daily power consumption up 16.7% on May 22

Türkiye's daily power consumption increases 1.2% on May 10

Coal prices surge as Middle East tensions disrupt energy markets

Trump directs Pentagon to purchase coal-fired electricity as he seeks boon for fading industry

Climate change protestors block world’s largest coal export port in Australia

US to invest $625M to expand coal industry

Spot market natural gas prices for Tuesday, Nov. 5

Global natural gas investments to reach almost $9 trillion by 2050

Spot market natural gas prices for Thursday, Jan. 5

Turkish president announces more gas reserves found in Black Sea

Spot market natural gas prices for Thursday, Feb. 12

Spot market natural gas prices for Saturday, Nov. 29

Spot market natural gas prices for Thursday, April 17

Türkiye's natural gas imports up 17.7% in October

European gas prices jump 28.5% as supply fears deepen

European gas prices surge as Qatar halts LNG output, Hormuz risks threaten flows

Venezuela exports 1st LPG shipment as Chrysopigi Lady sets sail for global markets

Türkiye's LPG production down 18.3% in November 2025

US oil rig count up for week ending Dec. 26

Türkiye to deploy AI in oil and gas exploration

Oil production in Türkiye's eastern region breaks first record in 2024

Oil up in w/e Dec. 15 on demand optimism, central bank interest rate decisions

Türkiye, Iraq begin talks on new oil transport deal

US oil rig count down by 8 for week ending May 23

US oil rig count down by 6 for week ending June 28

Oil dives as weak US inflation data dashes hopes for interest rate cuts

Beijing activates energy emergency measures amid Hormuz risks

US oil rig count down for week ending Dec. 27

US oil rig count up by 2 for week ending Sept. 5

US oil rig count down by 9 for week ending April 11

Türkiye's 120 GW solar and wind target aligns with security-driven energy innovation

Türkiye becomes second-largest market in wind energy installations in Europe in 2025

WindEurope CEO hails Türkiye's record growth in wind power installations

Türkiye ranks second in Europe for new wind power installations in 2025

Türkiye's 120 GW solar and wind target aligns with security-driven energy innovation

Türkiye, ACWA to sign power purchase and solar investment deals on Friday

Energy transition technologies offer new opportunities for global energy systems, IRENA says

Türkiye, UAE advance $1B deal for Nigde solar power plant

Syrian army moves towards Tishrin Dam southeast of Manbij

Hydropower gains new momentum as pumped storage accelerates globally

India launches $77 billion hydropower plan in Brahmaputra river

Türkiye's Orta Asya Investment Holding's hydropower project in Kyrgyzstan to support regional energy transformation

Highlights of Türkiye's energy market in 2024

Climate crisis to push 150M more Africans into poverty by 2050, experts warn

Taiwan starts drilling of 1st deep geothermal well

Türkiye sets new record for daily power consumption with 1.34% increase on July 9

Beijing activates energy emergency measures amid Hormuz risks

Russia's oil and gas revenues rise in February

Strait of Hormuz closure likely temporary, Fitch says

European gas prices surge as Qatar halts LNG output, Hormuz risks threaten flows

Türkiye becomes second-largest market in wind energy installations in Europe in 2025

OPEC+ agrees to extend group-wide output cuts into 2025

Libya Energy & Economic Summit 2024 to kick off in Tripoli

OPEC+ countries announce daily voluntary output cuts by 2.2 million barrels

Brazil joins OPEC+ as group confirms 3.6 million barrels per day output cut

Spot market electricity prices for Sunday, Dec. 3

ExxonMobil drills first lithium well in Arkansas in aim to become major player in EV sector

Spot market electricity prices for Thursday, June 8

High rollout of electric vehicles could earn UK drivers £6.5B more by 2035

Spot market natural gas prices for Friday, Dec. 1

Turkey's daily power consumption down 0.77% on Oct. 23

Russian Lukoil starts Chashkino gas-turbine power plant

Gazprom posts 26% loss in 1H20

Türkiye becomes second-largest market in wind energy installations in Europe in 2025

Trump administration to revoke landmark Obama-era climate regulations

Trump administration plans repeal of key climate finding underpinning US emissions rules

Energy transition technologies offer new opportunities for global energy systems, IRENA says

Türkiye's LPG production up 12.4% in March

Türkiye's LPG production down 4.3% in December 2024

Türkiye's LPG production down 25% in April 2024

Türkiye's LPG production up 15% in December 2023

USS Nimitz service extended amid Strait of Hormuz tensions: Report

Energy infrastructure in Ukraine hit by 1,225 attacks in 2025 as damage surpasses $20B

EU gas imports to fall 25% by 2030 as bloc exceeds demand reduction targets