Hundreds of civilians and soldiers have lost their lives in Ukraine, prompting the country’s leader to assert that World War 3 is underway. President Volodomyr Zelensky made this startling declaration ahead of the fourth anniversary of the conflict. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine War has heightened global tensions, fueling concerns about the escalation to a world war as the balance of power shifts between the two nations.
The situation has been further complicated by the return of Donald Trump to the White House. Despite Trump’s claims that he could swiftly end the war, his efforts have fallen short, contrasting with the more robust support Ukraine received from former President Joe Biden.
In an interview with the BBC, Zelensky expressed his belief that Russian President Putin has initiated World War 3, highlighting the critical need to prevent further territorial aggression. Zelensky emphasized Russia’s desire to impose a different way of life on the world, disrupting the choices people have made for themselves.
As concerns about World War 3 mount, discussions have arisen regarding the safest locations in the UK in the event of a conflict. Various experts have recommended avoiding areas near major army and naval bases as well as densely populated cities. Historian and author Dr. David Swift specifically cautioned against residing near the River Clyde, home to the UK Trident submarines, suggesting rural areas with independent energy sources as preferable living spaces.
The River Clyde, spanning 106 miles through Scotland and passing Glasgow, is significant due to its proximity to HMNB Clyde, where Britain’s nuclear submarines armed with Trident missiles are stationed. Dr. Swift underscored the importance of broadband connectivity for communication during conflicts, highlighting the reliance on satellite broadband in rural regions.
While there are areas deemed safe, property firm EMoov has compiled a list of 19 towns and cities across the UK considered outside the immediate impact zones of major cities in the event of an attack. These locations were identified in 2017 as the safest places to be in a worst-case scenario.
