What do you see as the reasons for the Northern War?

1) to achieve access to the sea, Russia started a war with Sweden. After losing the first battle and rebuilding the army, Russia won the first victory. The result of the first victories was the acquisition of the Gulf of Finland, where St. Petersburg was founded.
2) after the Poltava battles:
Russia lost – 1345 people, Sweden – 9000 soldiers, 3 thousand were taken prisoner
3) Consequences of the Battle of Poltava:
a) the war was NOT on the territory of Russia
b) Russia’s international prestige has increased
c) 1710 – the cities of Riga, Reve and other Baltic cities were taken; captured Vyborg – this strengthened the approaches to Peter
d) Russia started a war with Turkey (“Prut campaign”). Result: the conclusion of the Prut peace.
4) the creation of shipbuilding enterprises
5) attracting sailors and officers from all over Europe
6) creation of combat sailing ships: battleships and frigates
7) 1714 – Gangut battle. Outcome: The Baltic Sea was in the possession of Russia
8) some territories of Sweden and part of Karelia became part of Russia
9) development of trade and economic relations
10) payment of money to Sweden for the Baltics
11) the Senate called Peter 1 the title of emperor, and Russia became an empire