The transition to a new era is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon, resulting from many economic, geopolitical, technological and socio-cultural factors.The war in Ukraine was a key moment in this transition, where geopolitical tensions between major powers and cultural conflicts between different communities were manifested. This book offers an in-depth analysis of these factors, exploring changes in the global hierarchy, economic globalization, artificial intelligence, cybernetics, biotechnology, cultural diversity, changes in values and social norms, and the use of hybrid warfare.By examining these factors, the book offers a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on this major transformation of our society. It also shows the consequences of the war in Ukraine on the transition to a new civilizational era, both for the West and for the world as a whole.This book encourages an open and constructive debate on the challenges and opportunities of this transformation, in order to prepare a more sustainable and equitable future for humanity.