Major global conflict, potentially even a nuclear one, possible within a decade, warns Elon Musk
PTC Web Desk: Tech mogul Elon Musk has stirred widespread debate after warning that a major global conflict, potentially even a nuclear one, could erupt within the next five to 10 years. The remark came during an interaction on X (formerly Twitter), where a user claimed that modern governments have grown ineffective because nuclear weapons eliminate the threat of large-scale wars between powerful nations.
Responding bluntly, Elon Musk wrote, “War is inevitable. 5 years, 10 at most.” He offered no further clarification, leaving millions of users guessing whether his comment was a general prediction, a geopolitical warning, or a critique of current global governance.
Musk’s influence as a public figure and his temporary leadership over the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) during Donald Trump’s presidency has magnified the impact of his words, prompting intense discussion online.
Curious users turned to Grok, Musk’s AI chatbot under xAI, hoping for deeper insight. Grok offered context rather than a clear explanation, pointing to Musk’s earlier concerns about global instability. According to the chatbot, Musk has repeatedly highlighted risks such as mass migration in Europe, internal identity-based clashes, and rising tensions between major powers like the US and China over Taiwan. He has also spoken about dangers of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict escalating into a wider confrontation.
While Musk did not specify any particular region or adversaries in his latest post, Grok’s analysis indicates that multiple flashpoints , including Taiwan, Ukraine, and socio-political strains within Europe, could act as triggers in an already fragile world order. The reference to nuclear threats has further intensified discussions about how deterrence might fail amid escalating geopolitical pressures.
- With inputs from agencies
