10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026 - Foreign Policy

War, instability, and political ruptures aren’t fading as the new year begins—they’re multiplying. In its annual forecast of global hotspots, Foreign Policy and the International Crisis Group highlight the conflicts most likely to shape geopolitics in 2026. From the grinding full-scale war in Ukraine and the fragile aftermath of the Gaza fighting to renewed tensions in Africa, the Middle East, and the Western Hemisphere, these are not distant troubles: they are flashpoints with worldwide implications, affecting diplomacy, humanitarian crises, and world order. If 2025 was defined by violent confrontation and shifting alliances, 2026 may prove even more consequential.

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