Ukraine’s Orange Revolution and Foreign Policy of U.S.

Abstract

Following the 2004 presidential elections in Ukraine, people took streets in what is to be known as the Orange Revolution. The non-violent series of protests ensured fair and transparent elections and the transition of power from Leonid Kuchma to Viktor Yushchenko. The events that preceded the Orange Revolution and the protests themselves came under the international spotlight, setting an example of a nation that pursues democratic trajectory. This paper looks into the Orange Revolution with a particular emphasis on the U.S.’ relations with Ukraine throughout that period.

Keywords

• Orange Revolution,Fraudulent Elections,U.S. Foreign Policy,Presidential Campaign,Democratic Change

Ukrayna’nın Turuncu Devrimi ve Amerikan Dış Politikası

Abstract

Following the 2004 presidential elections in Ukraine, people took streets in what is to be known as the Orange Revolution. The non-violent series of protests ensured fair and transparent elections and the transition of power from Leonid Kuchma to Viktor Yushchenko. The events that preceded the Orange Revolution and the protests themselves came under the international spotlight, setting an example of a nation that pursues democratic trajectory. This paper looks into the international reactions to the Revolution with a particular emphasis on the U.S., the EU’s relations with Ukraine throughout that period. 

Keywords

• Turuncu Devrim,Hileli Seçimler,Amerikan Dış Politikası,Başkanlık Seçimi Kampanyası,Demokratik Değişim

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