World Peace In Danger Global Conflicts Rising

The world is witnessing rising tensions with conflicts between various nations threatening global peace. Prominent among these are the India-Pakistan dispute, the China-Taiwan conflict, the North and South Korea standoff, and the Israel-Iran tension. Even before the Russia-Ukraine war, there were fears of a potential war between China and Taiwan in 2021. The Korean Peninsula sees another bout of war atmosphere with North Korea’s missile tests provoking South Korea. In Israel and Iran, tensions have escalated due to drone attacks by Iran and accusations against Israel and the US regarding the suspicious death of Iran’s president.

These events are pushing the world towards chaos. Nations should strive for peaceful coexistence, competing in development and governance rather than territorial expansion and dominance. Unfortunately, some countries are fueling conflicts and profiting from arms trades, turning neighboring countries into adversaries. Even as the world has seen the devastating effects of wars, current developments suggest that lessons from past conflicts have not been learned.

Inflation Records New Highs The economic turmoil in many countries, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, has led to soaring prices of essential goods and record-high inflation. Despite this, some nations continue their warmongering actions. China and Taiwan, North and South Korea, and Israel and Iran are examples. These countries seem to be deliberately escalating tensions, eager for war and endangering the world.

Since Taiwan's formation in 1949, there have been ongoing conflicts with China, which aims for reunification. Taiwan, despite not being officially recognized by many countries, receives indirect support from the US. The island nation is a major player in the global computer chips market, further complicating the situation. A potential China-Taiwan war would not just be a regional conflict but could involve the US, changing global dynamics.

In the Korean Peninsula, North Korea’s continuous missile tests and threats of war have kept the region on edge. Kim Jong-un’s recent calls for readiness for war during a visit to an army university have heightened tensions. South Koreans are preparing emergency kits, reflecting their fear of an impending conflict. North Korea’s alignment with Russia and China, and South Korea’s support from the US and Japan, could lead to a larger conflict.

The Israel-Iran conflict has also intensified. Israel’s retaliatory strikes on Gaza and Iran’s alleged support to Hamas have already caused fear globally. The recent death of Iran’s president in a suspicious helicopter crash, attributed to Israel and the US, has further strained relations, making the prospect of war ever-present.

Even though the current situation between India and Pakistan remains relatively calm, the unpredictable nature of Pakistan’s actions keeps this issue sensitive. The ongoing tensions in other parts of the world could steer it towards another global conflict, as warned by PM Modi. Leaders inciting violence must remember the ultimate futility of war. Mahatma Gandhi’s message of peace remains the permanent solution to all problems.