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Türkiye's Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine

Cilt: 19 Sayı: 2 2 Mart 2026
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Türkiye's Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine

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This study analyzes Türkiye’s response to the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and examines the balanced approach Türkiye has pursued between Russia and Ukraine. Türkiye’s historical ties with Crimea—particularly through the Crimean Tatars—and the region’s geographical proximity to Türkiye’s (Black Sea) coastline have profoundly shaped Türkiye’s strategic interest. Türkiye declared the 2014 annexation illegitimate and contrary to international law and affirmed its support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity. At the same time, Türkiye has carefully avoided direct confrontation with Russia and the severance of economic ties, including its dependence on Russian natural gas. Türkiye’s pragmatic foreign policy is clearly reflected both in its efforts to support the Crimean Tatars and in its continued cooperation with Russia on broader regional issues. The study demonstrates how Türkiye manages its dual commitments to NATO and regional diplomacy, highlighting a strategy of balancing great power relations without compromising national interests. Based on a literature review, the study incorporates historical background specific to Türkiye–Russia–Crimea relations and provides an in-depth analysis of contemporary developments surrounding the 2014 annexation of Crimea.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Politika ve Yönetim (Diğer)

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

2 Mart 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

26 Ağustos 2025

Kabul Tarihi

2 Mart 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 19 Sayı: 2

Kaynak Göster

APA
Ketenci, A. (2026). Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine. Kent Akademisi, 19(2), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.35674/kent.1772408
AMA
1.Ketenci A. Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine. Kent Akademisi. 2026;19(2):1-13. doi:10.35674/kent.1772408
Chicago
Ketenci, Ayşegül. 2026. “Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine”. Kent Akademisi 19 (2): 1-13. https://doi.org/10.35674/kent.1772408.
EndNote
Ketenci A (01 Mart 2026) Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine. Kent Akademisi 19 2 1–13.
IEEE
[1]A. Ketenci, “Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine”, Kent Akademisi, c. 19, sy 2, ss. 1–13, Mar. 2026, doi: 10.35674/kent.1772408.
ISNAD
Ketenci, Ayşegül. “Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine”. Kent Akademisi 19/2 (01 Mart 2026): 1-13. https://doi.org/10.35674/kent.1772408.
JAMA
1.Ketenci A. Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine. Kent Akademisi. 2026;19:1–13.
MLA
Ketenci, Ayşegül. “Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine”. Kent Akademisi, c. 19, sy 2, Mart 2026, ss. 1-13, doi:10.35674/kent.1772408.
Vancouver
1.Ayşegül Ketenci. Türkiye’s Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine. Kent Akademisi. 01 Mart 2026;19(2):1-13. doi:10.35674/kent.1772408

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