STRATEGIC CONVERGENCE AND DIVERGENCE: UNDERSTANDING TURKEY-RUSSIA RELATIONS IN MIDDLE EASTERN GEOPOLITICS
STRATEGIC CONVERGENCE AND DIVERGENCE: UNDERSTANDING TURKEY-RUSSIA RELATIONS IN MIDDLE EASTERN GEOPOLITICS

Author(s): Oğuzhan GÖKSEL
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, International relations/trade, Geopolitics
Published by: Transnational Press London
Keywords: Middle East; Russia; Turkey;
Summary/Abstract: The future of Turkey-Russia relations in the Middle East, viewed through the lens of Neo-Realism, Constructivism, and Liberalism, suggests a complex but evolving landscape. Neo-Realism underscores the fragility of their cooperation, shaped by regional power dynamics and competition for influence. Constructivism suggests that the evolving identities of Turkey and Russia in relation to each other will continue to shape their engagement in the Middle East, potentially leading to a deeper strategic partnership or renewed rivalry. Finally, Liberalism offers a more optimistic perspective, suggesting that increasing economic interdependence and institutional cooperation may help mitigate tensions and provide a foundation for future collaboration. As global power dynamics continue to shift, with the decline of Western dominance and the rise of China and regional actors, the cooperation between Turkey and Russia will likely evolve in response to these geopolitical transformations. While their relationship may not be free from friction, both countries have a significant stake in ensuring regional stability, and their strategic cooperation will remain a defining feature of Middle Eastern geopolitics in the years to come.

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