Erdogan and Putin, the End of an Unlikely Partnership
The article examines the deterioration of the strategic relationship between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin. It notes that shared interests in energy and regional influence once bound the two leaders, but diverging positions on the Ukraine war and Turkey’s NATO commitments have created friction. The author argues that the partnership is likely to fade as both sides pursue divergent foreign‑policy goals.
- ▪Erdogan and Putin forged a pragmatic partnership after the 2016 coup attempt, cooperating on energy projects and regional security matters.
- ▪Turkey’s decision to align more closely with NATO and condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine strained the bilateral relationship.
- ▪Recent diplomatic spats, including Turkey’s criticism of Russian actions in Syria and Moscow’s retaliation over sanctions, signal an emerging rift.
- ▪Analysts cited in the article suggest that both leaders now view the alliance as a tactical convenience rather than a long‑term commitment.
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| Original publisher | NYT > Top Stories |
| Canonical URL | https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/07/opinion/russia-turkey-putin-erdogan-ukraine.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:40:48 +0000 |
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AdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.OpinionSupported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTGuest EssayErdogan and Putin, the End of an Unlikely PartnershipJune 7, 2026Credit...Pool photo by Alexander ZemlianichenkoListen · 4:30 min Share full article30By Gonul TolMs. Tol is a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute and the author of a book about Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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