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The Axis of Upheaval Goes to War

Geopolitics
Global
Started October 17, 2026

Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Richard Fontaine, former members of the National Security Council, argue that the members of what they call the “axis of upheaval”—Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea—are deepening their cooperation. Meanwhile, Washington is creating friction with many of its own partnerships. If these developments continue unabated, the United States will squander the strength of its network just as its adversaries learn to make the most of theirs

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
Whether the axis of upheaval is tight or loose, the U.S. should invest in credible deterrence and demonstrate reliability to its existing partners.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
Any effective U.S. strategy must be based on accurate assessment of both adversary coordination and the actual state of American partnerships.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The United States must strengthen its alliances to counteract the growing cooperation among Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The U.S. should not escalate tensions with Russia and China, as this could lead to unintended conflicts.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The U.S. should prioritize diplomacy with its allies rather than creating friction through unilateral decisions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
Engaging in military conflicts with the 'axis of upheaval' would be a strategic error for the U.S.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The U.S. cannot simultaneously reduce alliance commitments and maintain a credible deterrent against coordinated adversaries.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The U.S. must increase military spending and forward-deploy forces in the Indo-Pacific to counter the axis of upheaval.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
The U.S. response to the 'axis of upheaval' should include both military readiness and diplomatic engagement.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 17, 2026
Beijing and Moscow have fundamentally conflicting long-term interests and cannot sustain genuine strategic alignment.
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