History's presumed conclusion proved deceptive yet again, as previously believed.
Rewritten Article:
Let's face it, the world ain't the same since the Ukraine conflict rampaged into our lives three years ago.We've been forced to accept the hard truth that "the end of history" was just wishful thinking, and we're back to navigating the old-school international order, according to Toomas Kiho, editor-in-chief of Akadeemia.
Here's the lowdown on how the world powers are steering the ship to reshape or retain the international order:
Power Struggles and Maneuvers
- Versus Multipolarity and Western Dominance: It's all about those who are seeking to reshape or simply preserve the existing world order. Countries like Russia, China, and their allies are advocating for a multipolar world, aiming to challenge the U.S.-led liberal hegemony. They're making alliances like BRICS and wooing countries in the Global South to curb Western influence.[1][3]
- Peace Talks: The West, particularly the U.S., is keen to negotiate a peace deal, which could mean pulling back Western commitments in Europe. However, critics warn that this peace might be flawed, siding with Russia and jeopardizing international security.[2]
- The Rising Anti-Western Coalition: Russia is forming stronger connections with partners like Iran, North Korea, and China, potentially building an anti-Western coalition. Their aim? To disrupt the existing world order.[1]
- Growing Neutrality in the Global South: Many countries in the Global South are opting to stay out of the fray, reflecting their reservations about Western dominance and preference for neutral international relations.[4]
Foreseeing the Future
The outcome of this conflict will dictate the future of global governance. A Russian victory could usher in an era of international instability, with brute force replacing the rule of law.[2]
On the other hand, American and Western support for Ukraine is all about preserving the existing world order by resisting Russian expansion and upholding the liberal hegemony.[5]
In a nutshell, while some powers are working tirelessly to preserve or restore elements of the original world order, others like Russia, China, and their allies are determined to create a new multipolar landscape. The conflict in Ukraine is just one battle in the substantial struggle for global influence.
- The definitions of 'readiness' and 'war-and-conflicts' shift as world powers navigate a reshaped international order, with some nations seeking to preserve the status quo while others advocate for a multipolar world.
- In the spectrum of politics, the war in Ukraine has become a significant point of contention, with the general news showcasing the power struggles and maneuvers between Western dominance and the multipolar goal of countries like Russia, China, and their allies.
- The Academia, in the context of global news, is discussing definitions and implications of the Ukraine conflict, with analysts like Toomas Kiho considering the world's return to the old-school international order.
- The future of academia and international relations will be heavily influenced by the outcome of the Ukraine conflict, as it serves as a battleground for political ideologies, ultimately shaping the definitions and roles of war, multipolarity, and the distribution of power within the global arena.
