Since the collapse of the Soviet Union in the 90s, the United States, the world's sole superpower, has stood proudly at its peak, and for more than 30 years, although various countries have risen rapidly and failed to shake their hegemonic status, the United States has always stood tall on the international stage with great strength, but it has also frequently bullied other countries and become a criticized "bully". However, a country of average strength, without nuclear **, is more arrogant than the United States, and has become the only country in the world today that dares to openly offend the three major powers of China, the United States and Russia - that is, Turkey.
Turkey is known for its bold style. At a time when our country was trying to develop its navy, we acquired the Varyag aircraft carrier from Ukraine. However, while passing through the waters of the Northern Black Sea, Turkey actually intercepted us and demanded 1 billion "tolls". What's even more bizarre is that they asked us to find a neighboring country to vouch for. The reason turned out to be that the aircraft carrier is too large and may affect the passage of other ships. This ridiculous reason is almost like a banditry.
However, in the case of the fact that the aircraft carrier had to pass through Turkish waters in order to return home, we had to negotiate with Turkey. The negotiations went on for two whole years, and finally Turkey let it go after we paid a lot of benefits. In exchange, our country will send another 2 million tourists to Turkey every year. According to rough estimates, this will cost Turkey $2 billion in revenue. And we also found Greece to help guarantee that we were able to bring the Varyag home.
However, this is nothing, Turkey even dares to offend the two superpowers, the United States and Russia. In the face of the request of the United States, it is required to introduce the soon-to-be-phased **, otherwise sanctions will be imposed. Turkey, under the threat of the United States, did not give in and purchased S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems directly from Russia, which angered the United States. It should be noted that the United States and Turkey have always been allies, both are members of NATO, and the two sides usually act in concert internationally.
However, on the Syrian issue, Turkey is on the same side as the United States, aiming the newly purchased S-400 at Russia and giving the S-400 system to the United States. Then on the Syrian battlefield, Turkey actually shot down a Russian warplane, causing Russia to suffer heavy losses. This capricious attitude has made both the United States and Russia feel helpless, and Turkey has become an unstoppable country.
Then again, Turkey's arrogance has caused outrage, but why haven't other countries acted?The reason for this is that Turkey has a unique geographical location and is of extremely important strategic importance. Turkey is located at the crossroads connecting Europe and Asia, with the Black Sea to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. For Russia, Turkey controls the import and export channels of its economic arteries, and if offended, it will have a huge impact on Russia.
In addition, as a member of NATO, Turkey has a strong industrial base and abundant natural resources. In international affairs, Turkey flexibly uses its geopolitical advantages, sometimes leaning towards the United States and sometimes towards Russia, making it a grass on the wall, swaying left and right according to interests. If either side offends Turkey, it will cause it to fall to the other side, putting the offending side at a disadvantage internationally.
Overall, Turkey's behavior, while puzzling, demonstrates to some extent the geopolitical flexibility of small countries. With its strategic location and unique diplomatic means, Turkey has successfully maintained a balance between the three superpowers, China, the United States and Russia, challenging the inviolability of hegemony. Perhaps it is this pioneering spirit that has made Turkey unique on the international stage and has become the center of attention.
Turkey's unique behavior and geopolitical tactics have attracted a lot of attention and heated discussions. The small country's unusual move between the three superpowers, China, the United States, and Russia has demonstrated its ability to respond flexibly to diplomacy, while also raising questions about what makes Turkey so bold.
First of all, Turkey is a key link in international affairs due to its unique geographical location. Situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, bordered by the Black Sea to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south, Turkey has access to Russia's imports and exports. This geopolitical advantage has made Turkey comfortable in international affairs, and it has become the object of the superpowers that they have to treat with caution.
Secondly, Turkey's flexible diplomatic approach is also its unique feature. In the face of the United States' request to introduce ** and impose sanctions, Turkey did not choose to compromise, but directly purchased S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems from Russia, which made the world jaw-dropping. And on the Syrian issue, Turkey's capricious attitude shows its diplomatic flexibility and resourcefulness, both in cooperation with Russia and in the same position as the United States.
In addition, as a member of NATO, Turkey's strong industrial base and abundant natural resources also guarantee its initiative in international affairs. This gives Turkey more leverage and room for maneuver when playing with the superpowers. Moreover, Turkey is adept at changing allies at any time according to the needs of its own interests, so that any side needs to carefully consider the consequences if it wants to act against it in international affairs.
However, Turkey's actions have also raised some concerns and questions. Its move to shoot down a Russian fighter plane on the battlefield in Syria, although it shows its tough side, also raises concerns that this unacceptable attitude may trigger an international conflict. Turkey's "wall-to-wall" strategy, while offering flexibility to its position among the superpowers, raises questions about whether Turkey will be able to maintain a relatively stable foreign policy in the long term.
Overall, Turkey's unique position in international affairs and flexible diplomatic tactics make it a high-profile country. However, the challenges and uncertainties that come with it also require close attention to better understand how this small country is caught between the superpowers and the implications it may have for the global landscape.
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