In anticipation of the Third World War: which countries will remain safe in the event of a large-scale military conflict

In recent years, there has been a surge in conflicts and confrontations in different parts of the world, some of which have escalated into full-scale wars that are still ongoing. Increased aggressive actions by totalitarian and authoritarian countries force the world community to consider the possibility of future escalation, which could lead to a major global war.

Given these concerning prospects, some people are contemplating which countries may remain unaffected by World War III. The Daily Mail has shared a list of countries and continents that may remain safe in the event of a global war.

Antarctica

Although it is not a country but rather a large continent at the southernmost point of the planet, it is unlikely that anything worse than glacial melting can happen here.

Argentina

This country could be a place to survive a nuclear war thanks to its abundance of resilient crops, including wheat.

Bhutan

The Kingdom of Bhutan joined the United Nations on September 21, 1971. Since then, the country has declared itself a neutral state that remains uninvolved in any conflict. This, combined with its geographical location, allows the country to rank high on the Global Peace Index.

Chile

Like Argentina, Chile is a country with rich cultures, resources, and development that can serve as a refuge. In the event that escalation cannot be avoided, this country can be an ideal place to survive.

Fiji

This island nation is approximately 2,700 miles away from the closest country, Australia. Additionally, most of the land in this country boasts dense forests and an abundance of minerals and resources that could help people survive World War III.

Greenland

As the largest island in the world, belonging to Denmark, Greenland is well known for its remote location, which guarantees its relative safety.

Iceland

The country is known for its peacefulness. It is located far from the European continent and possesses a certain amount of resources that could help in the event of a major war.

Indonesia

This is another neutral country that is unlikely to become a target for aggressive states. It is more concerned with global peace and peacekeeping than with conquest or political dominance.

New Zealand

This country has the second-highest peacefulness index. Even if it is threatened by war, the unique mountainous terrain can help protect the population from a possible conflict.

South Africa

This region of the African continent is rich in resources, including fertile land and fresh water. Additionally, the country's modern infrastructure could be of great help in the event of a global war.

Switzerland

This peaceful country is protected by its mountainous terrain and landlocked location. Additionally, it has numerous nuclear fallout shelters that could protect the entire population.

Tuvalu

The island nation of Tuvalu is situated in the Pacific Ocean between Hawaii and Australia. This location is not considered desirable due to the island's limited natural resources.