The longstanding territorial dispute between Venezuela and Guyana has escalated in recent weeks, drawing international attention and raising concerns over the potential for a broader conflict. At the heart of the matter is the oil-rich Esequibo region, spanning over 160,000 square kilometers, where significant oil and gas reserves have been discovered.

The initial attack launched on Israel on Oct. 7 has affected citizens greatly, involving the deaths of Palestinians and Israelis as well as the brutalization of the environment in both countries. Further escalation is a cause for concern for associations such as the UN and the international community.

The International Court of Justice announced it had ruled on whether it had the jurisdiction to arbitrate a dispute between Guyana and Venezuela.

On Dec. 9, Chinese and Indian soldiers clashed on the eastern Sino-Indian border around the disputed region of Arunachal Pradesh/ Southern Tibet, where most of the 1962 Sino-Indian War took place.