How close can we get to the edge before we fall into the void?
The largest war in Europe since World War II is preparing to move into a new phase in 2026, in the Middle East a renewed escalation is considered a matter of time, the United States are teetering on the prospect of military involvement with Venezuela, while China is reacting angrily to the new weapons package for Taiwan.
The “dogs of war” are literally at the door, yet societies, especially in the West, appear almost indifferent.
And this, as analysts warn, is extremely dangerous.
The following are 9 indications that leaders worldwide have been afflicted by a dangerous “war fever”:
1) Europe is preparing for confrontation with Russia
In recent times, European officials have been openly speaking about the possibility of direct confrontation with Moscow.
Vladimir Putin now appears without diplomatic circumlocutions.
In a speech, he described European leaders as “pigs” and “piglets”, accusing them of blindly following the United States, expecting to “divide” Russia after its collapse.
2) Putin makes it clear: “We will achieve our goals through diplomacy or through force”
The Russian president stated that all goals in Ukraine will be achieved, peacefully if there is dialogue, otherwise militarily. He spoke of the creation of a “security zone” and the “liberation of historical territories”, sending a clear message that Moscow is not backing down.
3) Zelensky warns that 2026 “will be a year of war”
The president of Ukraine calls on the West to abandon “illusions of a peaceful solution”, arguing that Russia is preparing escalation.
He emphasizes that Moscow wants not only Ukrainian territories but also “historical regions of other European countries”.
4) Russian forces are advancing
Russian troops appear to already control the center of the city of Hulyaipole, according to international reports, while Ukraine is struggling to hold the defense in areas without an urban fabric.
5) Russian agents crossed into Estonia
Estonia reported that three men from the FSB crossed the border with a hovercraft and entered Estonian territory, triggering alarm in NATO and a diplomatic incident with Moscow.
6) The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is collapsing
In just the last 24 hours, Israel carried out air strikes on Hezbollah bases in Lebanon, as part of operations ahead of the expiration of the deadline for the organization’s disarmament.
7) The United States rejected a bill that would prevent war with Venezuela
By 211-213, Congress rejected a proposal that would require approval for military action.
The result theoretically opens the way for military intervention without a parliamentary brake.
8) Record arms sales to Taiwan
Washington approved a military aid package of 11,1 billion dollars, the largest in history, for the “modernization of Taiwan’s forces”.
A message that Beijing perceives as a direct provocation.
9) China threatens and denounces
Beijing speaks of “blatant interference in its internal affairs”, demanding that the United States stop “arming Taiwan”.
At the same time, it appears outraged by American sanctions and the blockade of Venezuela, from which it procures the largest quantity of oil.
The planet on a tightrope
Analysts estimate that if the escalation continues, it is not unlikely that we will see simultaneous theaters of war in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Latin America. Such a scenario would amount to a global war in progress.
Time for de escalation still exists, but it is diminishing. Diplomacy now appears to be the only lifeline.
However, as the “war fever” spreads through decision making centers, the image of the future grows darker.
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