29 December 2025

Ten Most Significant World Events in 2025

James M. Lindsay

Anyone hoping that 2025 would provide a break from what was an exhausting 2024 on the world stage came away disappointed. The past twelve months have been a trying time for international cooperation, as the forces of conflict and contention grew stronger and the end of the American led world order more clearly came into view. Unlike 2024, when the pageantry of the Summer Olympics and beauty of the host city Paris reminded everyone of what cooperation and collaboration can accomplish, 2025 provided few instances of inspiration. One can only hope that 2026 will surprise us in a good way. But before we jump to the new year, here are my top ten most significant world events in 2025. You may want to read what follows closely. Many of these stories will continue to make news in 2026. 

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