World War III has begun in 'light' version, Lithuania moving too slowly, says 'Blue/Yellow' founder
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Jonas Ohman, founder of "Blue/Yellow," stated that a "light" version of World War III has already begun, with conflicts expanding beyond Ukraine.
- Ohman noted that neither side in the Ukraine war can stop fighting due to various reasons, and the conflict is escalating globally, including in Africa and Asia.
- He warned that Lithuania must prepare psychologically and practically for a prolonged period of global instability, as the situation is unlikely to improve soon.
Jonas Ohman, founder of the organization "Blue/Yellow," declared that a "light" version of World War III has already commenced, with conflicts spreading beyond Ukraine's borders. Discussing the war in Ukraine and its implications for Lithuania, Ohman stated that neither side can cease fighting for differing reasons, leading to a continuous escalation.
"The end is not in sight, peace is not in sight, there will be no truce in the near future. Simply put, neither side can stop fighting for different reasons," Ohman explained. He highlighted that the war is expanding, with real clashes occurring not only in Ukraine but also in Africa, involving Russian-backed groups and Ukrainians, and in Asia, where Russia has established a presence through factories in Myanmar.
The end is not in sight, peace is not in sight, there will be no truce in the near future. Simply put, neither side can stop fighting for different reasons.
Ohman described the current global situation as a "World War III light," differing from traditional perceptions of global warfare. He noted that modern conflicts manifest in new forms, utilizing drones, cyber warfare, and energy as tools, rather than solely direct military confrontations. "Global wars are becoming our daily reality," he observed, warning that positive news is unlikely in the near future.
Addressing Lithuania's position, Ohman emphasized the country's proximity to these escalating global tensions. He stressed the urgent need for Lithuania to prepare, both practically and psychologically, for an extended period of instability. Intelligence reports from the US, Lithuania, and Poland suggest Russia is preparing to attack NATO, further underscoring the need for vigilance and readiness in the face of evolving global threats.
Global wars are becoming our daily reality.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.