Parallels from October 1917 to Potsdam 1945 to Our Time: History of the Issue

The purpose and objectives of this article are to analyze the lessons of the 1945 Potsdam Conference in the international legal aspect and the modern interpretation of its decisions.

Methodological approach. The main method is comparative historical and historical-legal methods. The author also uses theoretical methods of analysis and comparison. The method of legal interpretation of the norms of international law is actively used.

Results and conclusions. The article examines the activities of the Russian Federation in the formation of modern international law, examines the documents of the Potsdam Conference in the international legal aspect, taking into account the current active confrontation between Russia and the West.

The originality and value of the work lies in the identification of relevant decisions of the Potsdam Conference for modern international law and international relations.