Some authors have characterized recent geopolitical tensions as a broader conflict initiated by the People's Republic of China rather than the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. They cite allegations including a 2019 "People's War" declaration, disputed narratives regarding the origins of the pandemic, and claims of foreign interference in the 2020 U.

S. presidential election. These assertions involve significant unverified claims and controversial interpretations of historical events that remain subjects of debate among analysts.