Arctic Power Play: US Extends Ocean Claims in 2024 & Intensifies Global Rivalry!

Welcome to my YouTube channel where I uncover the enthralling world of international geopolitics! In today’s video, I delve into the groundbreaking announcement made by the United States for the year 2024, which has sparked fears and uncertainties worldwide. Brace yourself as I explore how Washington plans to extend its claims on the ocean floor, surpassing the size of California by twofold. This audacious move grants the US rights to vast and potentially resource-rich seabeds, securing essential minerals for future technologies. While the pursuit of valuable resources is crucial, concerns arise over whether the US is seeking to open another conflict front. Surprisingly, this time, it’s not the Middle East, Asia, or Latin America taking the spotlight; it’s the Arctic region. The question that arises is, why has the United States chosen this specific moment? Haven’t we already witnessed enough global tensions? One thing is certain: the Arctic has now become to Russia what Berlin was to the West during the Cold War. The competition between great powers that characterized Europe in the twentieth century is now replicated in the Arctic in the twenty-first century, with the addition of China to the contest. Join me on this captivating journey as I analyze the implications and potential consequences of this Arctic power play. Don’t miss out on the intensifying global rivalry and the strategic moves that shape our geopolitical landscape in the years to come. If you find international politics as fascinating as I do, make sure to subscribe to my channel and hit the notification bell for more thought-provoking content. Together, let’s unravel the mysteries behind the world’s geopolitical scene. Thanks for watching! Follow Me on Twitter: @DOUALAALOU Support the Channel: Link to articles: About David: Dr. Oualaalou served a fifteen-year career in the United States Armed Forces in support of the US government’s security agencies in Washington DC and around the world. His primary roles include security policy, intelligence analysis, security operations advice including leadership and managerial operations. He advised high-profile U.S. military and civilian officials on security issues, economic trends, and foreign military threat information. He has written many articles and books including his latest, The Dynamics of Russia’ Geopolitics: Remaking the Global Order. DISCLAIMER: My channel, “Geopolitical Trends” is purely made for Educational & Information purposes, based on facts, published articles, and personal analysis. COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: It is important to note that under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statutes that might otherwise be infringing.