Global tensions are climbing, sparking renewed debate over whether the world is inching toward a larger conflict. While experts say a global war isn’t imminent, several hotspots—from Europe to the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific—are raising red flags.
On NATO’s eastern flank, Russia’s ongoing friction with Europe continues to drive military buildups and diplomatic strain. Combined with political missteps and fragile alliances worldwide, these flashpoints are creating an atmosphere of uncertainty that has many wondering just how close we are to a much broader crisis.
