Your Gut Feeling Is Right. War Is Engulfing the World Again
Summary
In 2025, the world is experiencing a high number of armed conflicts, the most since World War II ended in 1945. Changes in global power, with the United States stepping back from its role as a global enforcer and the rise of other powerful countries, have led to more interstate wars and regional conflicts.Key Facts
- There were 65 major armed conflicts recorded worldwide in 2025.
- Eight of these conflicts involved direct fighting between the armed forces of different countries.
- After World War II, institutions like the United Nations were created to prevent wars and settle conflicts peacefully.
- The global power balance shifted after the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, leaving the U.S. as the dominant power for a while.
- In recent years, the number of state-to-state conflicts increased from two in 2023 to eight in 2025.
- The U.S., under President Donald Trump, has reduced its global military involvement.
- Russia, China, and other regional powers are now more involved in international conflicts and offer support to smaller countries.
- International organizations like the U.N. Security Council face difficulties in managing or preventing conflicts due to rivalries among major powers.
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