A World Falling; Another is Being Born. Just as it did after the World War II

For over seven decades, the transatlantic alliance—mainly the relationship between the United States and Europe—stood as the cornerstone of global politics. It stood on shared values, mutual security, and a belief that the West represented the peak of civilization, democracy, and human progress. Institutions like NATO, the European Union, and think tanks such as the German Marshall Fund were created to defend and spread this worldview.

However, today that alliance is cracking. The world is changing. Power is shifting. And the once-glorious vision of a Western-led international order is now struggling to keep itself in a reality it can no longer control. The Western model of globalization, military dominance, and liberal democracy is being challenged—not just from the outside by China, Russia, and the Global South—but from within, by its own internal dichotomies.

This article shows deep cuts and delusions of the transatlantic alliance and explains why its downfall maybe a near future.

We analyse the current state of the West, its fading influence, the rise of alternative powers, and how the world is quietly but decisively turning away from the Western script.

Pointer 1: The Western Superiority

The Western world has long believed that its system—liberal democracy, free markets, and human rights—is not just one model among many, but the only legitimate model. This belief was at the heart of its foreign policy, economic expansion, and military interventions.

After World War II, the West rebuilt themselves and then began spreading their system worldwide. Through institutions like the IMF, World Bank, NATO, and the UN, they created rules—called the “rules-based international order”—that were tilted in their favor. Countries that followed these rules received trade deals, aid, and support. Those that didn't were sanctioned, isolated, or invaded.

This model worked for a time. But it was built on an illusion—that the West would always be the strongest, smartest, and most righteous force on Earth. The Cold War made it seem like there were only two choices: the “free world” led by the U.S., or the authoritarian East led by the Soviet Union.

But that binary world is on its exit.

Pointer 2: The Erosion of Trust Within the West

One of the main messages in the German Marshall Fund’s recent analysis is the need to “renew trust” in transatlantic cooperation. But trust cannot be renewed if it was never truly equal to begin with.

The U.S.-Europe Power Gap

The U.S. has always dominated the alliance. Europe often acts like a junior partner, following American decisions even when they hurt European interests. Whether it was the war in Iraq, the sanctions on Iran, or the current approach to China, Europe has repeatedly bowed to American pressure.

But this has created resentment. European countries are tired of being treated like subordinates. They want “strategic autonomy”—the ability to make their own foreign policy decisions without U.S. interference. But this dream is difficult to achieve because Europe is still dependent on American military protection through NATO.

Internal Divisions in Europe

Even within Europe, trust is eroding. Countries like Hungary and Poland have openly defied EU values on rule of law and media freedom. France and Germany are often at odds over economic policy. The UK has already left the EU. And Eastern Europe sees security differently from Western Europe, especially regarding Russia.

This makes joint decision-making extremely difficult. While the EU tries to speak with one voice on global issues, internal disagreements often lead to paralysis.

American dichotomies

Meanwhile, the U.S. is struggling with its own problems. Political polarization, racial tensions, economic inequality, and distrust in government have reached dangerous proportion. The January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol shocked the world.

Pointer 3: NATO’s Expanding Irrelevance

NATO was created to defend Europe from the Soviet Union. But the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991. So why does NATO still exist?

Over the years, NATO has tried to reinvent itself. It expanded into Eastern Europe, angering Russia. It took missions outside Europe—like in Afghanistan and Libya. But many of these operations failed or created more instability. NATO's expansion has often created more conflict.

The war in Ukraine gave NATO a new purpose. But even here, the alliance is divided. Some countries want to send more weapons. Others fear provoking a wider war. The reality is that NATO is no longer a defensive alliance—it is a geopolitical tool used to project Western power. And in today’s world, that power is fading

Pointer 4: The Rise of the Non-Western World

While the West focuses on preserving its outdated systems, other countries are building new ones.

China

China has emerged as a global superpower. It is not interested in copying the Western model. Instead, it offers an alternative—state-led capitalism, authoritarian governance, and a focus on infrastructure and development. Through its Belt and Road Initiative, China has built roads, railways, ports, and power plants across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. These projects bring real results.

China is also leading in technology, renewable energy, and even space exploration. While the West debates over identity politics and cancel culture, China is planning decades ahead.

Russia

Despite sanctions and international isolation, Russia remains a major player. It has used its energy resources, military power, and information warfare to shape events far beyond its borders. The war in Ukraine is a brutal and tragic conflict—but it also reveals how far Russia is willing to go to reject the Western world order.

The Global South

Many countries in Africa, Latin America, and Asia are tired of being treated like second-class citizens by the West. They are forming their own alliances, trade deals, and digital platforms. Organizations like BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) are expanding. These countries don’t want to be told how to behave by former colonial powers. They want respect. They want sovereignty. And they are no longer afraid.

Pointer 5: The West’s Digital Authoritarianism

The West often accuses other countries of digital repression. But it rarely looks in the mirror.

Today, the Western democracies use algorithms to manipulate behavior, spy on citizens, and control narratives. Big Tech companies have more power than many governments. They decide what news is seen, what voices are silenced, and what ideas are allowed

Pointer 6: Economic Decline and the Failure of Globalization

Western economies are no longer the engines of global growth. Manufacturing has moved to Asia. Wages have stagnated. The middle class is shrinking.

The promises of globalization—cheap goods, open markets, and unlimited growth—have turned into nightmares for millions of ordinary people. Factories closing. Communities collapsing. And while the rich get richer, workers are told to “learn to code” or accept their fate.

This economic betrayal has led to political chaos. Populist leaders—on both the left and right—have emerged to challenge the system.

Brexit, the Yellow Vests in France etc; —these are not isolated events. They are signs that the Western economic model is splitting up.

Pointer 7: The Collapsing Moral Authority

One of the West’s biggest weapons has always been its claim to moral superiority. It says it defends human rights, international law, and democracy. But its actions tell a different story.

It invaded Iraq without UN approval, killing hundreds of thousands.

It bombed Libya into chaos. List is long.

This dichotomy has placed the West’s credibility on a question. Around the world, people now ask: Why should we follow a system that doesn’t follow its own rules?

Pointer 8: The German Marshall Fund’s Blind Optimism

The German Marshall Fund (GMF) is one of the key institutions trying to save the transatlantic alliance. Its latest strategy papers are filled with buzzwords like “resilience,” “innovation,” and “shared values.”

But this is not a strategy—it’s denial.

The GMF still believes that if the U.S. and Europe just “work together,” they can solve global problems. It fails to see that the rest of the world might no longer be wanting Western leadership. They want partnership, not patronage.

The GMF calls for “reforming” the system. But what if the system itself is the problem? What if the world doesn’t want a renewed West, but a post-Western future

Is The Fall Inevitable?

The Western world order appears falling. Not because of one war, one election, or one crisis—but because of a deeper crumble in its values, institutions, and worldview. It has failed to adapt. It has refused to listen. And now it is being left behind.

As it appears, the future will not be written in the West. It will be written elsewhere.

The question is whether the old-world order can survive! Because, the time appears to have come for a new world—one where power is shared, sovereignty is respected, and no one nation or alliance decides the fate of all.

At GeopoliticsTv.com, we believe in correctly analysing events and telling the truth to our readers. And the truth is this:

A World Falls; Another is Born. Just as it did after the World War II in recent past.