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ORIGINAL RESEARCH article

Front. Polit. Sci.
Sec. Peace and Democracy
Volume 7 - 2025 | doi: 10.3389/fpos.2025.1489285
This article is part of the Research Topic The Evolution of Homeland and Civil Security Policies around the World: Values and Resilience View all articles

Russia's Foreign and Security Policy in Syria: Historical Relations, Cold War Paradigms, and Contemporary Geopolitics

Provisionally accepted
RAQUEL JORGE TRUJILLO RAQUEL JORGE TRUJILLO *
  • Nebrija University, Madrid, Spain

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    This paper examines Russia's diplomatic and security strategy in Syria, placing its engagement in the larger framework of Cold War history and Russian-Syrian ties. The study clarifies how Russia's strategic objectives in the region, especially in connection to its "near abroad" policy, have been molded by the complex historical relationships between Moscow and Damascus.The study draws attention to the similarities between Russia's military activities in Syria and Ukraine, illuminating the intricate relationship between intervention and sovereignty in both situations. The article also critically evaluates how the Kremlin has framed its engagement in Syria as a counterterrorism measure, arguing that this narrative helps to justify its actions both at home and abroad.By highlighting the connections between historical background, security strategy, and current geopolitical dynamics, the study ultimately aims to offer a deeper explanation of Russia's motives in Syria. The paper adds to the discussion of Russian foreign policy and its effects on international relations and regional stability by using this perspective.

    Keywords: Russia, Syria, security, Near Abroad Policy, Cold War, Terrorism Response

    Received: 31 Aug 2024; Accepted: 05 Feb 2025.

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    * Correspondence: RAQUEL JORGE TRUJILLO, Nebrija University, Madrid, Spain

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