6 Places Where the Next Global Power Struggle Is Already Unfolding

Intro The global balance of power is entering a new and uncertain phase. As geopolitical tensions intensify, competition between the United States, China, and Russia is increasingly shaping international politics. Unlike the Cold War of the 20th century, today’s rivalry is not confined to a single region or ideological divide. Instead, it unfolds across multiple … Περισσότερα

Is the Iran War Triggering a “New Yalta”? A Global Power Shift May Already Be Underway

The idea of a “New Yalta” refers to the historic Yalta Conference of 1945, where Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and Joseph Stalin discussed the post-war order and effectively shaped spheres of influence in Europe. Is the World Heading Toward a New Yalta? What the War With Iran Reveals About the Next Global Power Order … Περισσότερα

“Europe’s Energy Crisis Could Return if the Strait of Hormuz Stays Closed”

Oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most critical energy chokepoint

Global energy markets appear to be operating under a fragile assumption: that the disruption in the Persian Gulf will be temporary. Futures prices in both oil and natural gas reflect that expectation — for now. Brent crude remained relatively stable on March 4, 2026, trading close to $80 per barrel, while European natural gas prices … Περισσότερα

From Baghdad to Tehran: When “Regime Change” Becomes Strategic Drift

Back in 2003, the so-called “Coalition of the Willing,” led by the United States, launched the war in Iraq with the declared objective of removing Saddam Hussein, enforcing regime change, and exporting democracy and free-market institutions. The pretext was Iraq’s alleged weapons of mass destruction — which, as history proved, did not exist. What initially … Περισσότερα