Geopolitical tensions have reached a boiling point as Russia and China have announced their intent to side with Arab nations in the escalating Middle East conflict. In a joint statement, the two nations condemned what they described as “imperialist aggression” by Israel and the United States.
Russia has moved military assets closer to the Mediterranean, while China has increased naval activity in the South China Sea, signaling its readiness to act. In response, NATO held an emergency meeting, declaring that any further escalation by Russia would trigger a collective defense response under Article 5 of its charter.
