Turkey is taking bold steps to establish itself as a central player in Eurasian gas trade. With the planned creation of a major gas hub in Istanbul by 2025, Turkey aims not only to enhance its energy security but also to redefine the dynamics of the gas market for both Europe and Asia. This ambitious project, developed in partnership with Russia's Gazprom and Turkey's national corporation BOTAŞ, promises to become a crucial component in international gas trade, providing Turkey with control over energy transit routes and pricing mechanisms in the region. But what are the real dimensions of this project, and what challenges does it entail?