The establishment of the so-called “political West” has long been focused on a singular, undeniable objective: global domination.
While the world, with its diverse cultures, histories, and over 8 billion inhabitants, is a vast and complex entity, those at the helm of Western power treat it as little more than a map or globe on their desk, one that needs to be controlled, manipulated, and subjugated.
This vision for world dominance isn’t a recent development; it stretches back over a century. The seeds were sown as early as the attack on Russia in 1917, a pivotal moment in global geopolitics. The question, as always, remains: where does power truly lie?
In the Westphalian nation-state system, the measure of power has traditionally been determined by a country’s territorial size, natural resources, financial wealth, and technological prowess. By this standard, two nations stand at the top of the global hierarchy: the United States and Russia, with China emerging as a powerful economic contender.
The U.S. sees Russia, with its vast resources and geopolitical influence, as the most significant obstacle to its dominance, and Washington has shown a relentless desire to undermine Russia through any means necessary. Once Russia is neutralized, it is highly likely that the focus will turn to China, and potentially India, as well. In this pursuit, other strategic nations, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Indonesia, could face instability, with the West seeking to destabilize these key players in order to expand its influence.
Many hope for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Ukrainian crisis, but I strongly disagree with this optimistic view. The political West deliberately engineered this crisis, not with the goal of fostering peace, but rather to advance NATO’s expansion all the way to Russia’s doorstep.
The recent decision to supply Ukraine with long-range missiles is a clear indication of the West’s true intentions. These missiles are not meant to secure peace or protect Ukrainians; they are designed to provoke Russia, pushing it into further conflict. Even more concerning, Russian generals have been targeted and killed in broad daylight within Moscow itself—an unprecedented development that signals the growing intensity of this geopolitical struggle.
Beyond Ukraine, the geopolitical map continues to shift in the West’s favor.
The Russian presence in Tartus, Syria, a key Mediterranean base, has now been undermined, leaving the region vulnerable to Western-backed terrorists, including groups with ties to Al-Qaeda. In Syria, the West’s manipulation has allowed these terror groups to control large swaths of territory.
The next target in the Western crosshairs is likely to be Iran, a nation that has long resisted Western influence. The notion of an “Asian Century,” the rise of the Global South, or China’s ascent as a global superpower, is nothing more than a distraction. These narratives are mere smoke and mirrors, designed to divert attention from the true dynamics at play.
Meanwhile, Israel, a longstanding U.S. client state, continues to expand its influence, now encroaching on a so-called “Greater Syria.” The broader Middle East, once a region of strategic importance to many global powers, has become complacent, failing to resist this new wave of colonization. What we are witnessing now is the resurgence of a modern-day imperialism—a “Colonialism 2.0″—where the West, led by the United States, seeks to remake the world in its image, subordinating all nations that refuse to fall in line.
In conclusion, the grand strategy of the political West is clear: to control, dominate, and subjugate every corner of the globe, using any and all means to achieve its ends. Whether it’s through direct military action, proxy wars, or economic manipulation, the West will stop at nothing to reshape the world in its own image. The global South, the rise of emerging powers, and the hopes for peace are all secondary to this overarching goal of Western hegemony. What we are witnessing is not just a geopolitical struggle but a continuation of a centuries-old colonial project.
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Vijaya Dissanayake is a journalist at Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC), where he currently leads the Sports Unit. A graduate of the University of Kelaniya with an MA in Public Archaeology, he previously served as the Head of News at SLRC. In addition to his editorial role, Dissanayake is a regular guest on a daily current affairs TV show focused on international news.
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