Hormuz chokepoint? Turkey wants to be king of the Middle Corridor

Amidst the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Turkey is positioning itself as a pivotal player in the Middle Corridor, a new economic and energy route designed to reduce dependency on traditional energy chokepoints. This strategic move is driven by the global energy market shock that followed the strait's closure, highlighting its critical role in global oil and LNG transport. By developing this alternative corridor, Turkey aims to secure a dominant role in regional energy trade and geopolitical influence, reshaping the future of Middle Eastern energy routes.