Turkey Seeks to Extend Natural Gas Supply Deal with Iran
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-18 21:56 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said Ankara wants to extend its natural gas supply contract with Iran, which is due to expire in coming months. However, he noted that negotiations have not yet begun due to the ongoing war.
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