World Problems: USA, Iran, Russia, and Ukraine

May 8, 2026, 22:49
UKInternational

Introduction

The world is in a dangerous time. The USA and Iran have a weak peace. Russia and Ukraine also have a weak peace. These problems change oil prices and world safety.

Main Body

The USA and Iran are fighting in the sea. Iran wants to tax ships in the water. The USA says this is illegal. Now, 20,000 sailors are stuck on ships. They do not have enough water or food. Russia and Ukraine are also fighting. Russia said they would stop fighting for three days. President Zelenskyy did not believe them. Drones and missiles still hit cities in both countries. These wars make gas and fuel expensive for everyone. Some countries in Asia want to save more fuel now. Also, the USA and Italy are angry with each other. President Trump will soon meet President Xi Jinping to talk about trade.

Conclusion

The world is not safe. Countries say they have peace, but they still fight. Leaders must solve these problems to stop the wars.

Learning

💡 The "Who is doing what" Pattern

Look at these sentences from the text:

  • USA and Iran →\rightarrow are fighting
  • Russia and Ukraine →\rightarrow are fighting
  • Drones and missiles →\rightarrow hit cities

The Rule: To talk about a current situation, we use: [Person/Thing] + [Action].

Simple Word Swaps: If you want to change the story, just change the person!

  • The USA is fighting →\rightarrow My friend is fighting (maybe in a video game!)
  • Ships are stuck →\rightarrow I am stuck (in traffic!)
  • Leaders solve problems →\rightarrow Students solve problems (in class!)

Word Alert: "Weak" In the text, "weak peace" doesn't mean a person is not strong. It means the peace is not strong →\rightarrow it might break soon.

Vocabulary Learning

dangerous (adj.)
not safe or risky
Example:The road is dangerous at night.
weak (adj.)
not strong
Example:She has a weak arm.
change (v.)
to make different
Example:We need to change our plans.
prices (n.)
costs of goods
Example:The prices of gas are high.
safety (n.)
condition of being safe
Example:Safety is important at work.
fighting (v.)
to have a conflict
Example:They are fighting over the toy.
sea (n.)
large body of water
Example:We sailed across the sea.
tax (v.)
to charge a fee
Example:The government will tax the product.
illegal (adj.)
not allowed by law
Example:It is illegal to drive without a license.
sailors (n.)
people who work on ships
Example:The sailors went to port.
stuck (adj.)
unable to move
Example:I am stuck in traffic.
water (n.)
liquid needed for life
Example:Drink water every day.
food (n.)
something to eat
Example:We need food for the trip.
stop (v.)
to end
Example:Please stop talking.
believe (v.)
to accept as true
Example:I believe the story.
drones (n.)
unmanned aircraft
Example:The drones flew over the city.
missiles (n.)
projectiles
Example:Missiles were launched.
hit (v.)
to strike
Example:The ball hit the wall.
cities (n.)
large towns
Example:New York is a city.
gas (n.)
fuel for cars
Example:Gas prices are rising.
fuel (n.)
energy source
Example:The car needs fuel.
expensive (adj.)
cost a lot
Example:This dress is expensive.
save (v.)
to keep for later
Example:Save money for emergencies.
angry (adj.)
feeling mad
Example:She is angry with him.
meet (v.)
to come together
Example:Let's meet at noon.
trade (n.)
exchange of goods
Example:We trade goods.
talk (v.)
to speak
Example:Let's talk later.
leaders (n.)
people in charge
Example:Leaders decide policies.
solve (v.)
to find a solution
Example:We can solve the problem.
wars (n.)
conflicts
Example:Wars cause suffering.
peace (n.)
absence of war
Example:We want peace.
world (n.)
Earth
Example:The world is round.
countries (n.)
nation states
Example:Many countries joined.
President (n.)
head of state
Example:The President signed the law.
time (n.)
period
Example:It is a good time.
Iran (n.)
country in the Middle East
Example:Iran is known for its culture.
USA (n.)
United States of America
Example:The USA is a large country.
Russia (n.)
country in Europe and Asia
Example:Russia is the largest country.
Ukraine (n.)
country in Eastern Europe
Example:Ukraine has a rich history.
Italy (n.)
country in Europe
Example:Italy is famous for pizza.
Xi Jinping (n.)
Chinese leader
Example:Xi Jinping is the President of China.
Trump (n.)
former US President
Example:Trump was president from 2017 to 2021.