This is considered the highest level of risk recorded since the project's inception.
According to a decision adopted on January 27 by the journal and research organization Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the planet Earth is entering a more dangerous phase than ever before due to nuclear war, climate crisis, and uncontrollably developing technologies.
Experts noted as key factors the geopolitical tensions between Russia, China, the USA, and other major powers, the increased risk of nuclear weapon use, the sluggishness in curbing climate change, and the lack of international control over artificial intelligence and military technologies.
Specialists emphasize that 85 seconds does not signify inevitable doom, but rather serves as a serious warning signal for governments and the public. According to experts, which way the situation changes directly depends on political decisions and international cooperation.
