Israeli envoy: Georgia plays key role in securing Israel’s energy supplies
Fifty percent to 60% of Israel’s oil imports from Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan transit through Georgia, underscoring the importance to Jerusalem of Tbilisi’s role in maintaining regional stability, Israeli Ambassador to Georgia Walid Abu Haya told…
Assessment
The Israeli ambassador's statement reveals that Georgia is a critical transit corridor for a majority of Israel's oil imports, linking Jerusalem directly to stability in the Caucasus. This dependency gives Tbilisi significant leverage and explains why Israel monitors regional developments there closely. The envoy's diplomatic background may shape how he navigates these strategic interests.