TEHRAN - Today, the world stands at a crossroads — a dangerous yet transformative moment —marked by the collapse of traditional power structures and the emergence of a multipolar world order. 

This transformation is not merely a matter of geopolitical reorganization; it signifies a break from decades of Western domination, especially by the United States and its key allies, and offers an opportunity for historically oppressed peoples to rise and align with the ascending powers in global politics. The Al-Aqsa Flood, led by courageous Palestinians, Russia’s military actions, and the emergence of powers like China, Russia, and Iran all point to a new era in which the interests of the Zionist entity and its Western allies will no longer dictate global affairs.

Rise of a multipolar world order

The concept of a unipolar world dominated by a single superpower wielding unmatched economic, military, and political influence is rapidly being challenged. For years, Russia, China, and Iran have been quietly fostering an alliance that aims to displace the United States from its role as global hegemon. This coalition is fueled by a shared vision of a world free from imperialist oppression, where sovereignty and self-determination replace exploitative foreign policies, military interventions, and colonialist practices.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has openly articulated this vision, asserting that the era of American hegemony is fading. 

After Donald Trump’s election, Putin congratulated him, emphasizing the fundamental transformations reshaping the global landscape. He hinted at a new world order, starkly different from one based on colonialism and interventionism, a sentiment echoed by China and Iran, who have long suffered under Western economic and political dominance.

US decline and its implications

The United States, long accustomed to setting global norms and conducting military interventions with minimal opposition, now faces unprecedented internal and external pressures. 

Domestically, the U.S. grapples with deep-rooted economic challenges, including inflation, unemployment, and rising political instability. The American public has grown weary of endless foreign entanglements that deplete resources and offer little tangible benefit to the average citizen. This sentiment peaked with Trump’s rise, symbolizing a shift toward isolationism and a rejection of costly foreign interventions.

The billions of dollars directed toward both Ukraine and the Zionist entity reveal how American taxpayers are burdened by conflicts that serve little or no purpose for U.S. national security. Russia’s operation in Ukraine and the Al-Aqsa Flood by Hamas have exposed inherent weaknesses in America’s alliances. Rather than delivering a strategic advantage, these interventions have drained American resources and eroded its global influence. The Biden administration’s continued support for these allies, often seen as exploitative, has failed to yield significant gains, underscoring the unsustainability of America’s imperialistic model.

Role of Oct. 7 and reshaping the world order

October 7, marked by Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, was a symbolic moment in shifting Middle Eastern power dynamics. This bold stand against the Zionist entity resonated globally, further highlighting the vulnerabilities of the apartheid state supported by Western powers. The operation not only underscored the resilience of the Palestinian people but also illustrated a broader trend: oppressed nations’ growing refusal to tolerate the imperial ventures of a declining superpower.

The audacity of the October 7 operation sent a clear message to the world, particularly to emerging powers like Russia, China, and Iran, that the time has come to confront the longstanding injustices perpetrated by the Zionist entity and its Western allies. This act symbolizes a call for global solidarity against any state that disregards human rights and self-determination in favor of exploitation and occupation.

Strategic importance of Russia, China, and Iran

In this emerging order, Russia, China, and Iran stand as primary forces challenging Western imperialism. In contrast to the colonial histories of European powers and the United States, these countries advocate a balanced and multipolar world order. Each has faced Western sanctions, economic coercion, and military threats. In response, they have built alliances grounded in mutual respect for sovereignty and a shared goal of resisting Western hegemony.

Russia’s assertiveness in Ukraine, China’s rapid technological and economic growth, and Iran’s regional influence showcase their readiness to shoulder responsibilities in a new world order. Each draws motivation from a history of defiance against Western dominance. Russia, with its military resources and natural wealth, is assuming a leading role in Europe’s evolving political landscape, suggesting that, especially with Trump’s isolationist stance, the continent must now confront its geopolitical challenges without U.S. protection.

China’s Belt and Road Initiative and expanding military power signal its intent to lead in global trade and security. Iran, meanwhile, stands as a formidable force in the Middle East, offering support to regional movements resisting Zionist and Western aggression.

Implications for Europe and unfolding global crisis

Europe now finds itself in a precarious position. With U.S. power on the decline, European nations must face these challenges independently, particularly as they grapple with growing Russian influence. For decades, Europe relied on U.S. military and economic support; however, as the U.S. retreats within its borders, European countries must confront the reality of a more assertive Russia on their doorstep.

This predicament is further complicated by Europe’s own brewing economic and social tensions. Inflation, unemployment, and general discontent with NATO’s costly military endeavors weigh heavily on European societies. Without American backing, Europe’s ability to sustain its strategies against Russian power becomes increasingly doubtful.

Is third world war imminent?

With these major shifts in power and realignments in alliances, the prospect of a third world war looms ominously. While a full-scale conflict among nuclear-armed states is far from desirable, the growing tensions between global powers make it an unsettling possibility. In such a conflict, the primary beneficiaries would undoubtedly be arms manufacturers and economic elites who profit from war. Meanwhile, the oppressed and marginalized would, as always, bear the brunt of the devastation.

This moment in history is not only about redistributing global power but also about a reckoning with systems that have thrived on inequality and oppression. The Zionist entity, defended by the West as a symbol of colonial strength, embodies the destructive nature of alliances built on bloodshed. This global awakening aims to dismantle imperialist structures and establish an order founded on genuine respect for human rights and national sovereignty.

Recognizing the potential losses the U.S. faces in such a scenario, Trump has signaled his intent to pull American forces from Syria, stop funding Ukraine, and even goad his son to openly mock the Ukrainian president—as a false myth the West and the Biden administration have lionized.

As the United States withdraws to its borders, a vacuum opens for a new world order led by Russia, China, and Iran. These nations, each scarred by hardships imposed by the West, envision a world where power is decentralized, and no country has the right to impose its will on another. This vision stands in direct opposition to the Zionist and Western ideals of unchecked global supremacy, violence, and exploitation.

The emergence of a multipolar world order offers a glimmer of hope for oppressed peoples worldwide. It represents a chance for justice, for dismantling structures that have sustained Western and Zionist oppression for far too long. It is clear: the era of American supremacy is ending, and with it, the unrestrained oppression by the Zionist entity is approaching its close. The world’s oppressed can look to the future with renewed hope that their voices, long silenced, will finally be heard in this emerging, just, and balanced global landscape.

Dr. Mohammad Ali Senobari Director of the New Vision Center for Strategic Studies