title: The New Geopolitical Order in the Black Sea: Russia's Role in the Area
abstract: Since February 2022, the ongoing war in Ukraine has positioned the Black Sea region at the center of strategic competition and created a new geopolitical reality in the international system.This conflict has intensified the struggle between Russia and Western powers, making the Black Sea a key point of contention.As a gateway to the world, the Black Sea holds immense strategic and economic significance for Russia.Additionally, other coastal countries along the Black Sea, such as Trkiye, Romania,
journal: Connections The Quarterly Journal