Trend: Why Turkey needs Russian gas
Russia's refusal to complete the South Stream gas pipeline is one of the most discussed topics in oil circles today. Despite the fact that much has been written on this subject, the role of Turkey in this process has not yet been sufficiently covered.
Turkey, which is one of the most influential players in the region, is a reliable, consistent strategic US ally in the fight against Bashar al-Assad. In addition, this country iacts as a natural buffer between the "Islamic State", Iran, and Europe.
All this allows Ankara to act without regard for its partners in some cases. This explains the continuing "confrontation" between Turkey and Israel, and Ankara acted again so, allowing Russia to lay a gas pipeline through its territory.
However, despite the determination of Turkey and its desire to become a supplier, not a transit country of energy, there are more questions than answers in this project.