7 Least Safe Countries If World War III Occurs, Which One?

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YOGYAKARTA - A series of recent global conflicts has sparked speculation about World War III, alias World War (WW) 3. Moreover, at this time America is at odds with many countries regarding the annexation of Greenland.

In this context, there are several countries that are considered the least safe if World War III occurs, ranging from the United States, some countries in the Middle East, European countries, and many more.

To find out which countries are the least safe in the event of World War III, read the article below.

The Least Safe Country If World War III Occurs

Summarized from various sources, the following are a number of countries that are often referred to as the most dangerous region if World War III Erupts:

United States

As the country with the largest military power in the world, the United States is almost certain to be involved in a global conflict. In fact, there is an assumption that this country could be one of the parties that trigger the war.

The United States has a variety of strategic interests, ranging from support for Ukraine in the conflict with Russia, siding with Israel against Iran, to indirect involvement in China-Taiwan tensions.

These various interests make it difficult for the US to avoid a large-scale war if PD III actually occurs. In fact, the involvement of NATO countries as allies is very likely. Even though it has a strong defense system, the war situation still carries risks and unexpected surprises. Therefore, the people of the United States are considered to need to increase vigilance.

Russia

Earlier this year, British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps warned of the potential for a major war involving the superpowers, including Russia.

It should be noted that Russia is currently still focused on the Ukrainian conflict. Beyond that, Moscow is also actively supporting Iran in the Middle East and forging strategic ties with China, quoted from Sky News' website.

On the other hand, Ukraine has received full support from the United States, which has also sided with Israel and Taiwan in other global conflicts. This condition makes Russia vulnerable if PD III actually occurs, because Moscow has the potential to be the main target of the opponent's attack.

Iran

The issue of World War III is also often associated with tensions in the Middle East, where Iran is said to be one of the key actors. At the regional level, Iran considers Israel as its main enemy. Meanwhile, in a global context, the United States is its major rival.

If a world war breaks out, Iran is predicted to be one of the centers of conflict in the Middle East. Not only facing Israel, Iran also has the potential to face the United States and its allies directly.

Israel

Iran's ambition to weaken Israel has long been a concern of the world. So far, the presence of the United States as a major ally has been a factor in restraining the escalation of the conflict. However, the situation could change drastically if the Third World War actually occurs.

Iran and its alliance network are likely to make Israel the initial target of the attack. This is due to Israel's position which is militarily weaker than the United States and other Western countries. As a result, almost all of Israel's territory is potentially in serious danger.

China

The phrase "Ukraine today, Taiwan tomorrow" that is growing in Europe and Japan puts China on the radar of global conflicts.

Quoting ChinaFocus, Beijing's ambition to reunify Taiwan has sparked various international speculations.

If China carries out a massive invasion of Taiwan, it has the potential to provoke the direct involvement of the United States as a supporter of Taiwan. However, China still has the opportunity to refrain from directly engaging in World War III.

More than three decades ago, Chinese leaders began to abandon the old view that a major war was inevitable and that the country should always be prepared for global conflict.

Taiwan

Taiwan is under high geopolitical pressure due to China's claims over its territory. If World War III is triggered by a conflict in the Asia Pacific region, Taiwan has the potential to be the main target of an invasion or military blockade.

Poland

As a NATO border state close to Russia, Poland risks becoming the front line of the East European conflict. Direct involvement in the military alliance makes it a strategic target in a global-scale war.

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