Turkey's Entente with Israel and Azerbaijan
Turkey's Entente with Israel and Azerbaijan

Author: Alexander Murinson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2009-12-04

Total Pages: 403

ISBN-13: 1135182434

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With the end of the Cold War came a new political instability in Turkey and a shift in relations with the West, leading the government to adopt new foreign policies and forge alliances with neighbouring states. This book offers a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the evolution of the trilateral relationship between Turkey, Israel, and Azerbaijan. Drawing both on first-hand interviews and on research not previously available in the English language, Alexander Murinson brings a new perspective to the study of the relationship between the three countries. In particular he examines the commonalities of state identities that brought the countries together, the role of state institutions, the security dimension and the influence of globalization. In a period of growing concerns about European energy security, the book provides an extensive discussion of the activities carried out by various think-tanks, especially in Washington, regarding the regional and domestic politics of the three countries. An original contribution to study of regional processes in the expanded Middle East after the end of the Cold War, this book is a welcome addition to the literature on the regional politics of the Middle East and the Caucasus. As such, it will be of great interest to anyone studying international relations, security studies and Middle Eastern politics.

The Pragmatic Entente
The Pragmatic Entente

Author: Randy J. Smith

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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For the past decade, the international political system has undergone a significant transformation as it has tried to adjust to the end of the bipolar world. The post-Cold War era has allowed individual states more freedom of maneuver in implementing foreign policy initiatives and one of the most ambitious states in this regard has been the Republic of Turkey. Turkey has initiated several bold initiatives that have all experienced varying degrees of success. However, the initiative that has created the most controversy is Turkey's increasing cooperation with Israel. This study reveals what has been officially agreed upon by the two countries in terms of military, economic and political relations and traces the history of Turkish-Israeli relations from 1948 to the present. In the course of this discussion, the vital role of the United States becomes apparent as well as both countries' turbulent regional relations. It is these regional relations, this study argues, that has given Turkey and Israel primary motive for entering into closer cooperation. In almost all fields, cooperation between Turkey and Israel has increased and many states that perceive themselves threatened by this relationship have labeled it an alliance that threatens the entire Middle East. There are several potential impediments to continued Turkish- Israeli cooperation but none serious enough to significantly hinder relations. Thus, Turkey and Israel are in a position to dramatically influence Middle Eastern politics in the years ahead. It is therefore imperative for both countries to act cautiously and bring about a more prosperous Middle East where regional cooperation replaces political rivalry.

Turkish-Azerbaijani Relations
Turkish-Azerbaijani Relations

Author: Murad Ismayilov

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-05-20

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 1317231031

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An east-west axis of Azerbaijan and Turkey has grown into prominence within the broader structure of regional dynamics in Eurasia over the past two decades. Yet few, including among policy advisors and policy makers in either of the two states, have attempted to look deeper into the forces that lie behind the workings of this important regional nexus, a reality that resulted in a dual crisis in bilateral relations towards the end of the second decade of interaction. This volume investigates the underlying causes that shaped the dynamics within the structure of the bilateral relationship between Azerbaijan and Turkey. It features chapters by both scholars from the region and international experts in the field, and therefore provides both in-house and outside perspectives on developments within the complex structure of the relationship. With its analysis portfolio including historical, political, economic, socio-cultural, ideological, and international underpinnings of this regional alliance, the volume offers the most systematic and broad ranged analysis of the matter available to date. The book will serve as an important resource for students and scholars of post-Soviet Studies, Central Asia and the Caucasus, and the Middle East, while also being of interest to those of International Relations and political science disciplines.

The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict

Author: M. Hakan Yavuz

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2022-07-01

Total Pages: 472

ISBN-13: 1000608492

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This book presents a comprehensive overview of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, the long-running dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the Armenian-held enclave within Azerbaijan. It outlines the historical development of the dispute, explores the political and social aspects of the conflict, examines the wars over the territory including the war of 2020 which resulted in a significant Azeri victory, and discusses the international dimensions.

Israel in a Turbulent Region
Israel in a Turbulent Region

Author: Tore T. Petersen

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-03-14

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 0429864779

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This anthology examines and deconstructs what Israeli security looks like and how its various security identities have evolved both before the establishment of the state and in the years and decades since 1948. It casts light on how aspects of Israel’s foreign relations have been shaped as much by internal politics as by external challenge. Further, not only does it answer the questions surrounding Israel’s past, but examines carefully what type of country it has now become. Compared to much of the turbulence in the region, Israel’s diplomacies have been remarkably resilient and inventive. With the background of 100th anniversary of the Balfour declaration this book is a multidisciplinary study using several different methodological approaches; from discursive analyses, to theories of memories and identity, to interviews with Israeli soldiers in the field, to a legal approach to the topic, as well as International Relations studies and traditional archival studies. South Africa was one of Israel’s main partners in terms of security cooperation and weapons research and development until the fall of the apartheid regime. This has been compensated with Israel opening up diplomatic relations with China (1991) and India (1992) and extending its ties with Japan. While the EU often criticize Israel’s policies against the Palestinians, this is mostly rhetoric as for practical purposes Israel is like a member of the EU. This comprehensive volume studying contemporary Israel is an invaluable resource for students and scholars interested in Foreign and Security Policy, Israel and the Middle East.

Armenia and Azerbaijan
Armenia and Azerbaijan

Author: Laurence Broers

Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1474450547

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The Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict for control of the mountainous territory of Nagorny Karabakh is the longest-running dispute in post-Soviet Eurasia. Laurence Broers shows how more than 20 years of dynamic territorial politics, shifting power relations, international diffusion and unsuccessful mediation efforts have contributed to the resilience of this stubbornly unresolved dispute. Looking beyond tabloid tropes of 'frozen conflict' or 'Russian land-grab', Broers unpacks the unresolved territorial issues of the 1990s and the strategic rivalry that has built up around them since.