Turkey does not recognize Crimea as Russian: former ambassador explains why and about support for Ukraine

Turkey's Position on Crimea

According to ХВИЛЯ: Turkey does not recognize Crimea as Russian and supports the return of the peninsula to Ukraine, as well as its transfer to the Crimean Tatars. This position is emphasized by the former ambassador of Ukraine to Turkey, Serhiy Korsunskyi, who notes that Turkey will always adhere to a policy aimed at returning Crimea to Ukraine.

Serhiy Korsunskyi emphasizes that the Crimean Tatars are close to Turkey, and this is one of the reasons why Turks will never recognize Crimea as Russian.

“Turks will never recognize Crimea because Crimean Turks are their brothers, they are their blood” - Serhiy Korsunskyi.

Korsunskyi also stresses that Turkey's position is not only about supporting Ukraine but also about supporting its membership in NATO.

Military Actions and Cultural Ties

The former ambassador notes that Turkey highly appreciates Ukraine's actions, particularly in the context of military actions in the Black Sea.

“We sank the Black Sea fleet. For which, of course, Turks are eternally grateful to us” - Serhiy Korsunskyi.

Furthermore, he speaks about historical aspects and the importance of cultural ties between Ukraine and Turkey, particularly regarding the possibility of returning Istanbul to its historical name, Tsargrad, and relocating the Ecumenical Patriarchate to Moscow.

Thus, Turkey's position on Crimea remains unchanged, and the country continues to support Ukraine's territorial integrity, as well as the Crimean Tatars' aspirations to return to their homeland.

This position of Turkey is important in the context of the geopolitical situation in the region, as it underscores Ukraine's support from a key player in the Middle East. The relations between Ukraine and Turkey may become even more significant in light of the growing threats from Russia, as well as within the framework of joint efforts to ensure stability in the Black Sea. Turkey's support may have a positive impact on international politics concerning Ukraine and its territorial integrity.