With temperatures soaring and Egypt already facing power outages, the threat of war between Israel and Hezbollah would further exacerbate the situation, potentially leaving Egypt in darkness, as analysts warned.
The reliance on Israeli gas has become paramount for Egypt, especially after years of mismanagement, economic crisis, and declining output from the Zohr gas field. This dependence was highlighted when Israel suspended gas production in the past, forcing Egypt to import LNG to meet its needs.
Amid growing energy shortages and increasing consumption, Egypt’s reliance on Israel for gas has raised concerns about its energy security. Analysts emphasized that any disruption in gas supply from Israel could lead to extended power outages, impacting millions of Egyptians.
As Egypt navigates its energy challenges, the balance of power in the region is also shifting, with Israel holding significant leverage over its energy supply. Plans for Egypt to become an energy hub have faced setbacks, leaving the country vulnerable to external disruptions in gas supply.