The case of Georgia and Moldova‘s conflict regions from a Newtonian perspective

2026-1-22
Özbey, Elif
This thesis examines the conflict dynamics of separatist regions in Moldova and Georgia (Transnistria, Gagauzia, Abkhazia, Adjara, and South Ossetia) through analogies based on Newton‘s law of universal gravitation and certain related dynamics. It will analyze how they develop tendencies based on external support and international conjuncture. Additionally, the maneuvers they make, either in 'approach' or 'recede' ways, depending on these circumstances, are going to be evaluated. Ultimately, the main goal is to analyze and interpret these behavioral tendencies from the point of an explanatory framework.
Citation Formats
E. Özbey, “The case of Georgia and Moldova‘s conflict regions from a Newtonian perspective,” M.S. - Master of Science, Middle East Technical University, 2026.