Israel has completed a critical 45-kilometre subsea pipeline to dramatically boost natural gas exports directly to fuel-starved Egypt.
This infrastructural milestone unlocks the next phase of a historic 10-year energy partnership valued at roughly 35 billion dollars.
The newly operational conduit bypasses previous export bottlenecks, raising annual Mediterranean gas transmission capacity to 8.5 billion cubic metres.
Blue Ocean Energy in Egypt will receive the expanded supply from Israeli fields, stabilizing Cairo’s vulnerable domestic electricity grid.
Pristine blue waters mask intense regional friction, as both nations deepen commercial ties despite ongoing devastating warfare in Gaza.
Driven by necessity, Cairo prioritizes its urgent domestic energy security over lingering political animosity regarding Israel’s actions in Palestine.
The critical transaction operates through private energy enterprises, allowing Egypt to maintain its vital diplomatic role as a mediator.
However, heavy reliance on Israeli imports exposes Egypt to significant economic risks if future geopolitical conflicts disrupt the flow.
For now, this lucrative river of invisible gold anchors one of the strongest commercial alliances in the Middle East.
