Turkey has significantly decreased its imports of Russian oil amid ongoing international sanctions. According to Reuters, daily deliveries have fallen from approximately 300,000 barrels to around 200,000 barrels.
Since the onset of the conflict in Ukraine, Turkey emerged as the third-largest importer of Russian oil, behind only India and China. The reduction in purchases reflects Turkey’s efforts to comply with broader sanctions measures and shift its energy sourcing strategies.
The decrease in Russian oil imports is part of a broader trend of shifting global energy flows, with countries reassessing their import sources amid geopolitical tensions. Turkish officials have not issued specific statements about the decline, but analysts suggest it may be driven by a combination of economic considerations and compliance with international sanctions regimes.