Contemporary events in international affairs are resonating with a unnerving sense of repetition. Quite a few commentators note that the present geopolitical climate increasingly resembles the era of the Cold War, with growing rivalry between powerful states and a resurfaced focus on strategic might. Such correspondence is notably coincidental. "R

The current geopolitical scene bears noticeable echoes of the bygone Cold War. While the declared end of that era arrived decades ago, certain patterns —including heightened strategic competition , the revival of great power disagreements , and a revived focus on military strength—continue to shape international affairs . These aren’t merely