The Syrian transitional government confirmed on Thursday that it has not engaged in negotiations with Iraq or Saudi Arabia to import oil from them, nor has it discussed the oil pipeline between Syria and Iraq, which has been inactive for years.

According to the Washington-based Energy Platform, Ahmed Suleiman, Director of Public Relations at the Syrian Ministry of Oil and Mineral Resources, stated, "Currently, there are no negotiations with Iraq or Saudi Arabia to import oil from them. The ministry procures crude oil through public tenders to secure the best options, ensuring reliable supplies under contractual conditions."