THE ROLE OF THE REPUBLIC OF TÜRKİYE IN THE UKRAINE-RUSSIAN FEDERATION WAR

Abstract

Global economic crises, particularly in fragile regions, are intensifying existing conflicts. These crises are causing previously unresolved and frozen international issues to resurface. Critical regional problems that remained unresolved and dormant during the First and Second World Wars, as well as the Cold War, are now reemerging amid the current global economic downturn—reviving economic difficulties reminiscent of the pre-World War I depression era. This situation is creating instability not only at the regional level but also globally, affecting power balances in international relations.

This study aims to assess whether Türkiye plays an active role in the region, considering its strong historical ties with both Ukraine and Russia. The research is grounded in positivist/rationalist theories and utilizes qualitative methods, primarily employing PESTLE analysis to evaluate political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors. A SWOT analysis was also conducted to assess the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to Türkiye, Ukraine, and Russia. Key factors influencing Türkiye’s role in the Ukraine-Russia conflict were identified and analyzed.

The study concludes that Türkiye has significantly contributed to crisis management in line with its national power and can effectively fulfill its role as a regional actor.