In December 2024, Turkey and Russia secured a groundbreaking energy agreement that circumvents Western sanctions and reshapes global energy dynamics. This strategic deal, which includes the creation of a natural gas hub in Turkey and a nuclear partnership through the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, strengthens economic ties between the two nations. As Europe expresses concern over Turkey’s growing relationship with Russia, this video explores the geopolitical implications of this deal, Turkey’s balancing act between NATO obligations and energy security, and the EU’s reaction to the evolving situation.