1990'larda Türkiye'nin Balkan Krizleri Politikası (Bosna, Kosova)
Turkey’s Balkan Crisis Policy in the 1990s (Bosnia and Kosovo)

Summary/Abstract: The 1990s constituted a period in which Turkey redefined the place of identity, ethnicity, and nationhood within its political discourse. Following the dissolution of Yugoslavia, ethnic conflicts, identity-based politics, and humanitarian crises became increasingly pronounced across the Balkan region, generating significant effects on Turkey’s foreign policy orientation and shaping the country’s position in both regional and international arenas. The humanitarian crises, ethno-political tensions, and debates concerning the intervention capacity of the international community compelled Turkey to reassess its traditional foreign policy approaches. The aim of this study is to examine the diplomatic, military, and humanitarian strategies adopted by Turkey in response to these crises, and to reveal how historical memory, cultural ties, and geopolitical considerations were reflected in foreign policy decision-making processes. The research relies on TBMM parliamentary records, national press archives, documents issued by international organizations, and relevant academic studies. The findings demonstrate that Turkey sought to maintain a cautious yet active balance between normative principles and security-oriented concerns during the Bosnian and Kosovar crises. Moreover, Turkey adopted an approach that foregrounded humanitarian diplomacy and emphasized multilateral, peaceful, and cooperative engagement within the international system.

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