The war in Ukraine undoubtedly reshaped Russia's foreign policy. Invasion of Ukraine turned Russia into an isolated state. Forced its allies to reconsider their political ties. In short, supporting Russia means political and economic problem in the form of sanctions. Russia's allies in Turkestan seem to be walking on a very thin tightrope.
Every year, when the dates show May 9, the leaders of all Turkic republics go to Moscow in turn and celebrate the victory ceremony of the 2nd World War with the Russian leader. It is very important to attend this ceremony. Because this is kind of a show of loyalty to Russia. A full year after the war, all eyes were on the victory parade in Moscow. Who will side with Putin? Because no one would dare to talk about multi-vector politics and appear next to an isolated leader. What did Putin say to the leaders of Central Asia? Why did the leaders who managed to escape from the ceremony last year attend the ceremony this year? And what does it all mean?
28 сен 2024