Natural gas

Leviathan gas field resumes operations after risk of strikes from Iran war outbreak

The Leviathan and Karish reservoirs were shut down to reduce the risk of being hit when Operation Roaring Lion began on February 28th

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The gas platform for Leviathan, Israel's largest gas field is seen from a helicopter near Haifa bay, northern Israel, August 1, 2023.
3D-printed oil barrels, an oil pump jack and a map showing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran appear in this illustration taken March 2, 2026.

Gulf states consider bypassing Strait of Hormuz with new oil pipelines via Haifa - FT

The Financial Times reported that the Gulf states aim to create a new network of pipelines, roads, and railways to stop relying on the Strait of Hormuz.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin (C), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (4R) and Indian President Smt. Droupadi Murmu (5R) greet delegations during the welcoming ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Presidental Palace, on December 5, 2025 in New Delhi, India.

US-Iran war pushes India to rekindle old friendship with Russia

Delhi and Moscow are deepening their energy cooperation, with both sides agreeing to prepare for Russia to resume direct sales of liquefied natural gas.

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A Russian LNG tanker, Arctic Metagaz, damaged earlier this month and currently adrift without crew, floats in international waters in the Mediterranean Sea between Malta and the Italian islands of Lampedusa and Linosa, in this handout picture released on March 13, 2026.

Mediterranean states say adrift Russian tanker is 'imminent and serious' threat

Russia's Foreign Ministry acknowledged that the vessel was adrift in the Mediterranean and said Russia's further involvement in resolving the situation depended on "concrete circumstances."

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Qatar seeks EU guarantee not to resell emergency gas

Qatar has also requested an EU resolution to a 2018 probe into its long-term contracts.

JANUARY 31, 2022ByREUTERS
An offshore natural gas rig in the Mediterranean Sea

Israel to halt natural gas search, focus on renewable energy - Energy Minister

Energy Minister Karin Elharrar announced on Wednesday that the search for offshore natural gas fields will be halted at least until the end of 2022.

DECEMBER 15, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The production platform of Leviathan natural gas field is seen in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Haifa

Environmental Protection Ministry imposes NIS 457,000 fine on Chevron

The recent incident is not Chevron Mediterranean’s first violation aboard the Leviathan rig: in 2020, they were fined $1.1 million by the Energy Ministry for "blatant violations."

DECEMBER 7, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The Leviathan gas platform pictured in the Mediterranean Sea.

Iran looks to political gains from Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan gas deal - analysis

Iran’s goal here is to position itself as a key gas supplier and deepen ties with Azerbaijan and Central Asia.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Workers stand near a gas pipe during the launching ceremony of construction work of the TAPI project on the Afghan section of a natural gas pipeline that will link Turkmenistan through Afghanistan to Pakistan and India, near the town of Serhetabat, Turkmenistan February 23, 2018.

Chevron Eastern Mediterranean Head addresses Energy Convention

Chevron has increased its lower carbon capital investments and expects to spend over $10 billion on lowering its carbon emissions.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021ByALAN ROSENBAUM
Jeff Ewing addressing the Energy and Business Convention in Ramat Gan.

Climate Change: What are fossil fuels, and how do they harm the planet?

How are they formed, and why are they so problematic? Here is everything you need to know.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021ByAARON REICH
The production platform of Leviathan natural gas field is seen in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Haifa

Will the Arab gas pipeline bring energy to Lebanon, bypass Iran? - opinion

Natural gas will flow from Egypt to Lebanon (to Tripoli) through the Arab gas pipeline.

OCTOBER 21, 2021ByMICHAEL HARARI
A DEMONSTRATOR holds a Lebanese flag during a protest against the fall in the Lebanese pound and mounting economic hardships, in Beirut in March.

Israel's income from natural gas just 6% of expectations - comptroller

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman recommended that the Energy Ministry and the Tax Authority work together to reduce bureaucracy and ensure the state receives its share of profits.

OCTOBER 19, 2021ByZEV STUB
The production platform of Leviathan natural gas field is seen in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Haifa

Local Chevron Head: We see great opportunity to grow natural gas in Israel

“We are excited to be in the energy industry in the eastern Mediterranean, especially in Israel,” said Jeff Ewing, Managing Director of Chevron’s Eastern Mediterranean Business Unit.

OCTOBER 13, 2021ByALAN ROSENBAUM
Jeff Ewing, Managing Director, Chevron Eastern Mediterranean Business Unit speaks at The Jerusalem Post 10th Annual Conference

Lebanon outraged as Israel moves forward with gas drilling plans

The Halliburton company announced that it would collaborate on drilling projects near waters disputed by Lebanon and Israel.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021ByTZVI JOFFRE
An offshore natural gas rig in the Mediterranean Sea