Turkish-Syrian Relations In 2000–2021: Background, Current State, And Prospects

The article is devoted to the development of Turkish-Syrian relations in XXI century, with influence previous decades and transfer Turkey 1930s part Syrian territory (Alexandretta Sanjak), controlled by France. In second half 20th developed under conditions Cold War were accompanied repeated demands an already independent Syria for return Hatay. After Justice Development Party came power, warmed up somewhat. outbreak civil war Syria, having revised principle 0 problems neighbors, Turkish government unequivocally supported anti-Assad opposition began support armed Arab Republic. Simultaneously intervention internal affairs southern neighbor, leadership transition active foreign policy expansion based on principles neo-Ottomanism. authors analyze reasons nihilistic attitude official Ankara sovereignty 2010s, identify similarities differences events role Russia peacekeeping process Middle East. Based analysis historical dynamics past their emerging configuration at present stage, most likely scenario further between Damascus a state permanent confrontation during War.