It passes through Turkey ... How did the "Turkish Stream" pipeline force Europe to comply?

Although European sanctions imposed on Russia during the past decade were the main reason for the disruption of business between the two sides, Europe changed its language in light of Moscow's desire to sell oil to the old continent.

Russia has laid two natural gas pipelines that extend from its northernmost hemisphere, the first known as the "Nord Stream", and the second as the "Turk Stream" that passes through Turkey.

In recent years, European countries have relied heavily on US natural gas supplies and a new set of renewables.

"On paper, Europe welcomes a new source of energy supplies in the name of lucrative competition, but that does not change the basis for deep geopolitical risks," writer Cicier Devkuta said in a report published by the American diplomatic website.

The "Turk Stream" pipeline was launched in early January, which makes the new Russian policy capable of changing foreign relations in the coming years.

Russian ambitions
Geographically, Ukraine lies between the north and south pipelines, but it has been ignored by Russian desire, and moreover it reflects the size of options available to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The writer notes that the Russian ambitions are very serious, because investment in both lines was very expensive, but the oil-rich country has succeeded in attracting attention.

And while Turkey boasts a new friendship in the east, other countries in the region, including Ukraine, are assessing Russian interests specifically.

In fact, it would not be logical to miss the economic benefits of a group of other countries that are more neutral than Ukraine. As for the language policy, while the “Nord Stream” line is still very vague and may include the Baltic and Western Scandinavian countries, it is considered to be a “left The Stream "is a prize that she received from the shared Mediterranean region.

It can be said that Turkey has acquired the rights to sell Russian reserves to European customers, which also discourage Turkey's historical ambitions to join the European Union.

Uncommonly, China stands behind all instabilities in Europe, he said, and it is no secret to anyone whether Sino-Russian ties can provide a competitive energy path.

He said that both the infrastructure strength and the Chinese president's willingness to expand "belt and road" projects could easily support energy ties between the two sides.

Why did Europe suddenly change course?
European leaders have realized that such possibilities are likely to lead to a deterioration of the energy field in Europe, as well as a loss of economic balance in it.

By 2030, China's energy needs are likely to double compared to the present time, while Europe does not want to make China demand the withdrawal of Russian reserves to the east.

It is a matter of concern that European countries are also aware that there is likely to be such a proposal in the near future, given the way the current competition has led to lower prices.

The European dilemma is not over, because Russia has played cards on both sides, and Europe will have to formulate an approach that would save face with Turkey, given the way it has dealt with Ankara on issues related to EU membership.

Against the background of Britain's successful exit from the European Union, Turkey will again put pressure on Europe, which has long reminded Turkey that it is inappropriate.

And, contrary to what Europe does not want, Russian reserves are now flowing through Turkish territory, which may be able to destroy new competitors in the energy market.

Miscalculation has cost Europe again, while Russia has taken a step. It is just the beginning of a major Russian policy.