Treaty of Kuchuk Kaynarca

The Treaty of Kuchuk Kaynarca, signed in 1774, marked the end of the Russo-Turkish War between the Ottoman Empire and the Russian Empire. This agreement allowed Russia to gain significant territories and rights, including the ability to protect Christians living within the Ottoman Empire. It also recognized Russia's influence in the Black Sea region. The treaty weakened Ottoman power and marked a shift in regional dynamics, paving the way for increased Russian expansion and involvement in Eastern Europe and the Balkans. This treaty had lasting implications for the balance of power in Europe and the Ottoman Empire's decline.