Tuesday briefing: With the horror of conflict throughout the globe, how likely is world war three?

"Half of Britons polled in a recent YouGov survey thought world war three was likely in the next five to 10 years, reflecting widespread anxiety about global stability."

"The apparent collapse of the rules-based international order and the irrelevance of institutions designed to uphold it have sparked warnings that we could be at the beginning of a third world war."

"Despite calmer stock markets and a sharp drop in the oil price, there is little sign that the fighting is near an end, indicating ongoing geopolitical tensions."

Global conflicts are intensifying, with significant concerns about the potential onset of a third world war. The collapse of the international order and the ineffectiveness of institutions are alarming. A recent YouGov survey indicated that many Britons believe a world war is likely within the next decade. Tensions between the US and Iran continue, with Trump postponing military strikes after discussions, while Iran claims it deterred US actions. Despite a temporary calm in markets, the fighting shows no signs of resolution.

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