Türkiye's Policies Regarding the Annexation of Crimea (2014): Balanced Diplomacy Between Russia and Ukraine
Journal: Kent Akademisi
Year: 2026

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 i