RISING GLOBAL TENSIONS
The delay in the Mars colonization mission contributes to the fracturing of the European Union by creating uncertainty and divisions among member states. As the EU struggles to maintain cohesion and solidarity in the face of economic and political challenges, Russia sees an opportunity to exploit these vulnerabilities. Russian aggression towards the Baltic states, already a source of tension, escalates as Moscow seeks to assert its influence and redraw geopolitical boundaries in Eastern Europe.
The delay in the Mars colonization mission heightens the rivalry between the United States and China, both of which are vying for global dominance in an era of economic competition and technological innovation. As the two superpowers compete for strategic influence and control over key regions, such as the South China Sea, the delay adds to the sense of urgency and competition. The South China Sea becomes a flashpoint for conflict as both nations seek to assert their maritime claims
In the Middle East, the delay in the Mars colonization mission exacerbates existing tensions and rivalries between regional powers, particularly Saudi Arabia and Iran. As geopolitical dynamics evolve and power struggles intensify, longstanding rivalries erupt into open conflict, sparking proxy wars and destabilizing the region. The delay contributes to a sense of uncertainty and insecurity, fueling geopolitical competition and exacerbating regional tensions.
The tensions in the world get exaggerated as a result of the Mars mission delay. The delay caused widespread difficulty in collaboration between nations, worsening already fractured ties between countires
Tensions increase in light of the Mars delay, worsening the international relations of nations
View the new timeline