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Israel Restores 1.1B cuft/d Gas Flow to Egypt

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Israel’s largest gas field, Leviathan, has restarted production, sending natural gas back to Egypt at pre‑war volumes. The shift follows a temporary shutdown triggered by the Iran war that cut supplies. A confidential source said flows now average 1.1 billion cubic feet per day, matching levels before the conflict. This restoration stabilizes regional energy markets and aligns with Egypt’s recent LNG procurement strategy.

During the outage, Egypt accelerated LNG imports under mega contracts signed last year to offset shortages. The resumption reduces Egypt’s reliance on imported liquefied gas and supports its domestic supply chain. Analysts note that the return to normal flow underscores the resilience of Israel’s offshore assets and their role in regional energy security. This stability benefits investors in the gas sector and reassures policymakers about supply continuity.

Israel’s ability to restore gas exports after geopolitical disruptions highlights the strategic importance of its offshore fields. The 1.1‑billion‑cubic‑foot daily output supports Egypt’s energy mix and reduces exposure to volatile LNG markets. For stakeholders, the development signals a return to predictable supply chains, strengthening confidence in the Middle East’s gas trade framework. This consistency reassures investors and underlines robustness globally.