Treaty of Bakhchisarai
- When
- 1681
- Where
- Bakhchisarai; Between Southern Bug and Dnieper; Diplomatic context
- Episodes
- 3
The Treaty of Bakhchisarai, signed on 3 January 1681, ended the Russo-Turkish War (1676–1681) between the Tsardom of Russia, the Ottoman Empire, and the Crimean Khanate. It established a 20-year truce, set the Dnieper River as the border, and recognized Russian sovereignty over Left-bank Ukraine.
Episodes
- Signing of the Treaty
The treaty was signed on 3 January 1681 in Bakhchisarai, ending the 1676–1681 war.
- Non-Settlement Agreement
All sides agreed not to settle the territory between the Southern Bug and Dnieper rivers.
- International Significance
The treaty stipulated a future 'Eternal Peace' between Russia and Poland, signed in 1686.
Background and detail
Context and Signatories. The treaty concluded the Russo-Turkish War of 1676–1681. It was signed in Bakhchisarai by representatives of Russia, the Ottoman Empire, and the Crimean Khanate. The agreement formalized a 20-year truce and defined territorial boundaries between the Ottoman domain and Moscow's sphere of influence.
Mutual Obligations. All parties agreed not to settle the territory between the Southern Bug and Dnieper rivers. The Ottoman sultan pledged not to support Russia's enemies. The treaty also stipulated a subsequent 'Eternal Peace' between Russia and Poland, which was signed in 1686, highlighting its broader international significance.
People involved
- Tsardom of Russia · Signatory
- Ottoman Empire · Signatory
- Crimean Khanate · Signatory
Sources
- Treaty of Bakhchisarai Wikipedia, revision of 2026-01-09
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