In a rapidly evolving global security landscape, several significant developments have emerged that signal escalating international tensions. President Donald Trump has authorized airstrikes against ISIS operatives in Somalia, while China constructs massive underground military facilities and Iran unveils new “missile cities.” These developments come as JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns that World War III may have already begun.
Trump Orders Precision Strikes Against ISIS in Somalia
President Trump announced yesterday that he had ordered precision military airstrikes targeting senior ISIS operatives in Somalia. In a statement released on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared: “This morning I ordered precision military air strikes on the senior ISIS attack planner and other terrorists that he recruited and led in Somalia.”
The operation, conducted by US Africa Command in coordination with the Somali government, reportedly targeted ISIS members hiding in cave complexes. According to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon’s initial assessment confirmed that “multiple operatives lost their lives” while no civilians were harmed in the operation.
“The message to ISIS and all others who would attack Americans is that we will find you and we will kill you,” Trump stated in his announcement.
This marks the first major military action authorized by Trump since he returned to office just over three weeks ago. In his statement, the President criticized the previous administration for not acting quickly enough against these specific targets, claiming that “Biden and his cronies wouldn’t attack quickly enough to get the job done.”
China Constructs Massive Underground Military Command Center
In a development that has raised concerns among security analysts, China’s military is reportedly building what could become the world’s largest military command center in Western Beijing. According to reports from the Financial Times, the 1,500-acre construction site features deep excavations that military experts believe will house large hardened bunkers designed to protect Chinese military leadership during potential conflicts, including nuclear war.
The complex, which some intelligence analysts have dubbed “Beijing Military City,” is estimated to be at least ten times the size of the Pentagon. Construction reportedly began in mid-2024, with analysts suggesting the facility is being designed to withstand U.S. bunker-buster munitions and potentially even nuclear strikes.
This construction project comes amid ongoing concerns about China’s intentions toward Taiwan, with many regional security experts predicting possible military action by 2027. The development of such hardened facilities suggests China is preparing for potential conflict scenarios that could involve direct confrontation with the United States.
Iran Unveils New Underground “Missile City”
Adding to the global tension, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled its third underground “missile city” in less than a month. The facility, revealed on Saturday, reportedly houses cruise missiles designed to target destroyers in strategic southern waters near the Persian Gulf.
IRGC Chief Commander Major General Hossein Salami visited the missile complex on Iran’s southern shores to inspect the combat readiness of the IRGC Navy’s missile units. Iranian state media reported that these subterranean bases are equipped to counter electronic warfare and can be operational “in the shortest time possible.”
The unveiling comes as Iran continues to project military strength in the region following its two large-scale attacks against Israel in 2024, which involved ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones. These underground facilities appear designed to protect Iran’s missile capabilities from potential strikes by adversaries like Israel or the United States.
JPMorgan CEO Warns World War III May Have Already Begun
Against this backdrop of military preparations and operations, Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, has issued a stark warning that World War III may have already started. Dimon points to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as growing cooperation among countries like Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, describing them as a “modern axis of evil.”
According to Dimon, these nations are working together to challenge the global system established after World War II. He believes the shift in global power is not a distant concern but “an urgent crisis unfolding in real time.”
Notably, Dimon argues that nuclear proliferation poses a far more immediate existential threat than climate change. He warns that if nuclear weapons fall into the wrong hands or if global tensions continue to escalate, major cities could face devastating attacks. “The risk of nuclear confrontation is no longer theoretical,” Dimon cautions. “It is becoming a matter of when, not if.”
What Lies Ahead
As President Trump attempts to address these global challenges, questions remain about whether diplomatic efforts can de-escalate tensions in hot spots like Ukraine and Taiwan. Trump has previously expressed confidence in his ability to negotiate peace between Russia and Ukraine, though Russian officials have suggested that the conflict may be too far advanced for quick resolution.
The construction of hardened military facilities by both China and Iran suggests these nations are preparing for potential conflict scenarios, raising concerns about the trajectory of international relations in the coming years.
The global community now faces a critical juncture: Will diplomatic efforts prevail, or are we witnessing the early stages of a wider global conflict? As these developments unfold, the need for clear strategic thinking and proactive engagement has never been more urgent.
