Abstract: The article analyzes Russia's strategic activities in the Middle East, the policies formed under Putin's leadership, and its geopolitical interests in the region. It highlights Moscow's regional influence and strategic priorities in a historical and political context. Key issues include Russia-Iran, Russia-Turkey, and Russia-Israel relations, Russia's intervention in the Syrian conflict, and its new multi-vector diplomacy. The policies of the Putin administration are aimed at balancing U.S. influence and are explained through the concept of sovereignty as an alternative to the Western liberal model. The article explores the implications of Russia’s growing influence in the Middle East for regional and global politics.
Keywords: Russia’s strategy, Middle East, Syrian conflict, sovereignty, diplomacy