The Triple Entente was an alliance formed in the early 20th century between three major powers: France, Russia, and Great Britain. Established in response to the growing influence of the Triple Alliance (comprising Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy), the Triple Entente aimed to provide mutual support and counterbalance the threat posed by the latter alliance. This agreement was not a formal military alliance but rather a series of diplomatic understandings that fostered cooperation among the three nations. The Triple Entente played a significant role in the events leading up to and during World War I, as it united these countries against the Central Powers.