On May 26, 2025, members of TurkishClub immersed themselves in a fascinating exploration of the evolution of Russia’s image in Turkey — from the era of the Ottoman Empire to modern sociological and political trends. We got acquainted with the work of E. V. Bakhrevsky and I. A. Svistunova “The Image of Russia in Turkey”, discussing the findings of studies on how Russians are perceived by Turks in modern times and during the period of perestroika. We also discussed how Russia’s perception changed within the Ottoman Empire. At the peak of their power, the Ottomans referred to Russia as the …
TurkishClub: “The image of Russia in Turkey”
