- October 28, 2024
- 4:29 pm
- World News
Israel needs to take sides: it's time to take a clear stand.
“We must understand that the war in Gaza and Lebanon against Israel, waged by Iranian proxies, is Russia’s war against Ukraine, just like the war in Taiwan, which China can unleash at a time convenient for Beijing.
Confronting the threats of this confederation of dictators will be difficult enough, even if we recognize the challenge they pose. If we do not recognize the logic and intentions behind their actions and respond accordingly, the coming years will not be pleasant,” they note. The Washington Post.
The Washington Post emphasizes that cooperation between the four aggressive Eurasian dictatorships – Russia, China, Iran and North Korea – is becoming threatening. According to Nicholas Eberstadt, author of the article and chair of the department of political economy at the American Enterprise Institute, these countries' new strategic moves threaten the prevailing world order.
Quote: “These states challenge the Pax Americana, and their actions could destroy the foundations of the world’s security,” writes The Washington Post.
Russian support: supplies of weapons and military equipment from the DPRK
According to the publication, North Korea is actively supplying Russia with weapons for the war against Ukraine. Western military intelligence suggests that Pyongyang has sent up to 20,000 containers of ammunition, half of which have already been used at the front. This cooperation makes North Korea a critical support for Russia.
| Country | Russian support |
|---|---|
| China | Economic cooperation, market access |
| Iran | Drones and military technology |
| DPRK | Ammunition and special forces |
North Korean troops at the front in Ukraine
Eberstadt also notes that the presence of North Korean special forces could significantly strengthen Russia's position. Bruce Baechtol of Angelo State University estimates that Pyongyang could send up to 50,000 special forces to support Russian troops. This could turn the tide on the battlefield, allowing Russia to strengthen its position in Ukraine.
Quote: “The deployment of North Korean troops to the front in Ukraine could be a serious turn in the war,” emphasizes The Washington Post.
Global threat from the “axis of evil”: the danger of a nuclear crisis
Each of the four states that make up the “axis of evil” is developing nuclear or military technologies. Russia, China and North Korea already have nuclear weapons, while Iran is seeking to become part of the nuclear club. These countries also protect each other's interests on diplomatic platforms, which creates a strong alliance against the Western powers.
Quote: “Their shared ambitions could destabilize international security,” warns The Washington Post.
Ukraine and the struggle for the Heartland: historical perspectives
Eberstadt recalls the geopolitical concept of the British geopolitician Halford Mackinder, who argued that control of Eastern Europe determined global influence. In the conditions of modern politics, Ukraine is again becoming the center of geopolitical confrontation, which is the focus of the entire world.
Quote: “Ukraine is the zero point of global competition for the Heartland,” Eberstadt notes in The Washington Post.
This analysis is from The Washington Post highlights the dangers of a new geopolitical alliance that threatens world order and jeopardizes international security.
Israel needs to take sides: time to take a clear stand
Given current world politics, Israel's neutrality no longer looks strategically advantageous. Experts believe that Israel must join a coalition with Ukraine, the United States and Europe to maintain its security. An alliance with Russia and its partners is contrary to Israel’s interests, given Moscow’s alliance with Iran, the main enemy of Israeli security. Israel can strengthen its international position by supporting Ukraine, which will also help balance Russia's influence on the world stage.
Risks for Israel from neutrality
If Israel continues to take a wait-and-see approach, this could weaken it on the international stage, especially given that NATO and EU countries are increasing their support for Ukraine. The most sensible step for Israel now is to stop flirting with Russia and support a coalition of democratic countries opposing Moscow's aggressive policies.
| Reasons for supporting the coalition | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Cooperation between Russia and Iran | Increases threat to Israel's security |
| Growing aggression from Russia and its allies | Could escalate into a global conflict |
| Support for Israel's allies | Strengthens international security and Israeli positions |
In such a situation, Israel's participation in a coalition with Ukraine and its allies could be an important step towards creating a more stable world system.
Quote: “Israel must unite with the civilized world and take a stand against the axis of evil to ensure security in the Middle East and the world.”
Importance for global security and prospects
Israel's joining the coalition of democratic countries will strengthen the international front against Russia and its allies. This will support and strengthen Pax Americana, and create a more resilient global security system in which the influence of authoritarian regimes is reduced. Against the backdrop of growing tensions between Russia and its allies on the one hand and Western countries on the other, such an alliance could become decisive in preventing a new global conflict.
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