Dr. Has is a Moscow-based freelance political analyst on Russian & Eurasian affairs. His research focuses on Turkey-Russia relations, Russian foreign policy in post-Soviet areas, security issues, and energy politics in Eurasia. From 2013-16, Dr. Has worked as an analyst on Eurasian studies at the International Strategic Research Organization (Ankara) and was its representative in Moscow. He holds a Ph.D. in political science from Moscow State University.
With delivery of the Russian S-400 air defense system to Turkey looming, a new crisis in U.S.-Turkey relations is slowly emerging. While it is obvious that Turkey needs a new air and missile defense system given the security risks in its region, it remains unclear why Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan seeks to acquire the capability from a historical rival and potential adversary instead of through NATO. This decision will likely have major consequences for Turkey and its future geopolitical orientation.
