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In a significant move reflecting shifting dynamics in global oil trade, Turkey's Dortyol terminal, a key Mediterranean oil hub, has announced its decision to cease accepting Russian oil imports. This decision comes in response to mounting pressure from US sanctions and signals a notable departure from Turkey's recent reliance on Russian crude.
According to reports from Reuters, Turkey has emerged as a major importer of Russian oil and fuels since 2022, following Western sanctions imposed on Moscow in response to its invasion of Ukraine. As a consequence of these sanctions, Russia redirected its oil exports away from Europe and the US towards regions like Asia, Africa, and notably, Turkey.
Global Terminal Services (GTS), the operator of Dortyol terminal located in Turkey's southeastern Hatay province, confirmed its stance on discontinuing Russian oil imports. GTS stated that it had informed its customers of the decision, declaring its intention to sever all ties with Russian oil products.
The move is framed as an additional measure to comply with existing sanctions regulations, particularly in light of the US threat to sanction financial institutions engaging in business with Russia. This threat has already had a chilling effect on Turkish-Russian trade, impacting payments for both oil imports and Turkish exports.
Data from shipping analysis firm Kpler revealed the significant role played by Dortyol terminal in Turkish oil imports, with record volumes of Russian crude and fuel received in the previous year. However, despite its prominence, the terminal's decision underscores a strategic shift away from reliance on Russian oil amidst geopolitical tensions and international sanctions.
While Ankara has historically maintained close ties with both Moscow and Kyiv, Turkey's decision to halt Russian oil imports represents a pragmatic response to evolving global dynamics. As geopolitical tensions continue to influence energy markets, Turkey's move may signal broader shifts in oil trade patterns and regional alliances.
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