The Problem of the Development of Relations Between Russia and Turkey in the First Quarter of the 21ˢᵗ Century

The article examines the problem of the development of relations between Russia and Turkey at the present stage and in the short term. The difficult geopolitical situation indicates the existence of disagreements of the two countries and does not allow reaching a compromise. At the same time, Moscow and Ankara are interested in ensuring national interests and seeking to strengthen their positions in the international arena. The Middle East (primarily Syria), Central Asia and Transcaucasia, and the Black Sea region are places where the views of the two countries’ leaders intersect. On the one hand, Russia and Turkey are ready to join forces to combat new challenges and threats and on the other hand they consider each other as competitors. In this regard, their next confrontation in the context of geopolitical instability cannot be ruled out. Despite the existing differences, Moscow and Ankara continue to develop a multifaceted partnership. This indicates the desire of the two countries to follow the main provisions of the Joint Declarations of 2004 and 2009 which finally formed the regulatory framework. The purpose of the article is to identify possible scenarios for Russian-Turkish interaction.