The Treaty of Lausanne 1922-1923 and Its Impact on the Ottoman Empire

This study provides an in-depth analysis of the Treaty of Lausanne (1922-1923) and its impact on the Ottoman Empire’s transition into the modern Turkish Republic. It focuses on the treaty’s geopolitical, social, and economic ramifications. This research employs a comprehensive methodology integrating descriptive, historical, analytical, and critical perspectives. It explores the strategic undoing of the Treaty of Sèvres through the resistance led by the Ankara government, leading to the recognition of Turkish sovereignty and territorial integrity in the Lausanne Treaty. The paper highlights the treaty’s role in abolishing foreign capitulations, restoring national sovereignty, and setting the stage for Türkiye’s contemporary nation-state structure. By examining the treaty’s implications for international relations and minority rights, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the post-Ottoman geopolitical landscape and the influence of the Treaty of Lausanne in shaping the modern Middle East.