- Putin warns that the world is edging closer to a major global conflict amid rising geopolitical tensions.
- He cites Ukraine, Iran-Israel hostilities, and nuclear issues in Iran as major areas of concern.
- Putin urges diplomacy and peaceful solutions to prevent escalation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sounded a serious warning at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on Friday, expressing deep concern that the world could be sliding toward a third world war. With tensions escalating across multiple regions, Putin acknowledged that the risk of widespread conflict is becoming harder to ignore.
He highlighted several global flashpoints, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and the increasingly volatile standoff between Israel and Iran. Putin also flagged growing concerns around Iran’s nuclear program, where Russian experts are currently helping build two reactors—a development he said could have far-reaching consequences.
Calling the moment “troubling,” Putin stressed the need for global diplomacy and proactive problem-solving. “There is a growing potential for conflict, and it is happening right in front of us,” he said. “What’s needed now is not just close attention to what’s unfolding but also a strong push to find solutions—preferably peaceful ones—in every direction.”
