70+ Leaders: Will Their Ambitions Ignite a Third World War by 2026?

• Five powerful leaders over 70 – Khamenei, Trump, Netanyahu, Putin, and Xi Jinping – are identified as potential catalysts for a Third World War by 2026.
• The world is experiencing a 'gerontocracy,' with many major nations led by elderly leaders whose 'legacy' and ambition could lead to catastrophic decisions.
• Key conflict zones include Eastern Europe (Russia vs. NATO), the Middle East (Israel vs. Iran), and the South China Sea (China vs. Taiwan, with potential US involvement).
• The expiration of the 'New START' nuclear treaty in 2026 and the 'Doomsday Clock' at 89 seconds to midnight highlight escalating global tensions.
• Experts warn of a 'power vacuum' created by Trump's withdrawal from global order and the expansionist agendas of Putin and Xi Jinping.

Why It Matters: Elderly leaders' policies and ambitions could push the world towards a Third World War by 2026.