# Review: Gideon Rachman asks if the world is nearing World War Three

The Guardian Culture reviews Gideon Rachman's book War Is Interested in You, which examines whether current global tensions could escalate into a third world war. The review discusses his arguments amid ongoing conflicts and great-power rivalry. It matters as a framework for assessing modern escalation risks.

**Importance:** 2/5

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/oct/26/war-is-interested-in-you-by-gideon-rachman-review-how-close-is-world-war-three) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:00:26 GMT