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Admiral Stavridis ALARM: 5 Signs That The U.S. and China Will Go To War

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Apr 18, 2025
Retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and expert in global affairs, dives deep into the escalating tensions between the U.S. and China. He highlights five alarming signs of potential military conflict, from cyber warfare to military maneuvers near Taiwan. Stavridis compares current dynamics to historical conflicts, emphasizing that interconnected economies can indeed lead to war. He also discusses the crucial role of the U.S. Navy in maintaining peace and the broader implications of economic tariffs on global stability.
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Five Warning Signs for Conflict

  • Five key warning indicators signal increasing risk of US-China conflict, though they are not yet at a crisis level.
  • History shows interconnected economies and royal ties like Europe 100 years ago did not prevent World War II, warning signs should not be ignored.
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Cyberwar Underway Between US and China

  • The US and China are engaged in an ongoing shadowy cyber warfare, escalating with offensive activities.
  • China operates several cyber programs targeting critical US infrastructure, and both sides are involved actively in cyber conflict.
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Taiwan Airspace Aggression Doubles

  • Chinese incursions into Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zone doubled to over 3,000 in 2024.
  • Taiwan and China dispute this airspace, raising tension and signaling growing aggression near Taiwan.
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