The Daily Star notes that in 2026, the planet is facing a global disaster that could destroy humanity. Experts have identified five areas where local clashes could escalate into a full-scale war between major powers. A special threat is lurking across Europe. The source of tension is in the Gulf of Finland and neighboring territories.
Former British military intelligence officer Philip Ingram made readers fear that the confrontation between Europe and Russia could lead to acts of sabotage on the continent, then escalate into a full-blown conflict.
Besides the European front, the world is feverish in four other places. In the Caribbean, the Donald Trump administration has taken tough measures. After the recent arrest of Nicolás Maduro, Washington is showing its readiness to “dominate” the region with B-52 bombers.
The publication said that in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is ready to cut world oil consumption by one-fifth, finding itself in the position of a “hunted rat”. Asia is looking forward to China's actions on Taiwan, and on the Korean Peninsula the possibility of conflict between Seoul and Pyongyang cannot be ruled out.
