Dangerous global trends shaping the tone of the 21st century

The modern world, plunging into instability, faces total wars, reflecting the current analysis of Mikhail Sheitelman. His thoughts outline the contours of ongoing conflicts, indicating the need to adapt to new realities.

World Conflicts and Their Consequences

According to the expert, current discussions inevitably lead to the topic of war, but attention is not solely focused on the conflicts of Russia with Ukraine or Israel with the Gaza Strip. It is about global catastrophes that necessitate understanding how to survive in the conditions of a potential “flood” threatening the entire world.

The Need to Choose a Side

Sheitelman insists on the importance of realizing reality. The call does not lean towards pacifism but focuses on the necessity of a clear understanding of one’s social group and cohesion around it. He asserts that survival is impossible without this. As a vivid example, he mentions Russia’s “West-2025” exercises and Europe’s reaction, which, in his opinion, does not express readiness to take threats seriously.

Defining relationships between countries becomes key. Sheitelman emphasizes Europe, which must realize its significance on the global stage. “Perhaps the whole world should become more self-sufficient,” he adds, highlighting that Ukraine is an integral part of European identity.

Lessons of History and Social Development

The expert notes that the 21st century has already left its mark, setting the tone with the Russian-Ukrainian war. It is necessary to seek parallels with the past when World War I and revolutions set the tone for the 20th century. According to Mikhail Sheitelman, after these events, there were unsuccessful attempts to build new world orders, such as communism and socialism, of which only Swedish socialism managed to endure.

In this context, the expert emphasizes that humanity continues to pile up diverse realities in the current world discourse. The question of the future is complex. What will remain as the legacy of the 21st century? What achievements will become fundamental, and what will fade into oblivion? According to Sheitelman, these questions are yet to be answered.

Formation of New Alliances

As reported, new cooperation is also observed in the field of military training. In particular, it has been announced that Ukrainian military personnel will train Polish colleagues to counter Russian drones. This indicates a growing trend of joint actions amid increasing threats.

Nikitin also addressed the topic of strengthening defense capabilities, discussing ways to establish weapons production in Ukraine. Active steps in this direction underscore the Ukrainian state’s prompt response to current challenges.