A Cross-Section From Ottoman-Russian Negotiations After Küçük Kaynarca: A Dialogue Document Dated 1776

1768-1774 Ottoman-Russian War was a turning point for the Ottoman Empire in terms of its results. Because the Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca, signed on July 21, 1774, contained heavy conditions. In this context, although the Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca ended the war between the two states, it also formed the basis for the emergence of new problems with the uncertainties it contained. Inasmuch as, citing the treaty, Russia made various attempts such as opening a consulate outside Istanbul, conducting commercial activities ag…