After the U.S. bombed Iran’s nuclear facilities last Saturday, many fear the outbreak of World War III. But geopolitical strategist Jacob Shapiro says something more dangerous may be unfolding: U.S. unpredictability is accelerating global realignment, weakening alliances, and fueling the decline of the dollar. In this must-watch interview with Maggie Lake, Jacob breaks down: - Trump’s decision to strike Iran: calculated gamble or global liability? - Why China and Russia aren’t coming to Iran’s - How Iran’s internal chaos could backfire, or spark revolution - What China really wants, and how it plans to get it without war - Why you shouldn’t trade geopolitics, but what risks to watch - The growing debt crisis and weakening U.S. financial leadership - The greatest underappreciated threat facing the West right now Volatility got you concerned? Get a free portfolio review with Wealthion’s endorsed financial advisors at https://bit.ly/43Xohy7 Hard Assets Alliance - The Best Way to Invest in Gold and Silver: https://www.hardassetsalliance.com/?aff=WTH Chapters: 0:39 - Why the U.S. Struck Iran, and What It Really Means 5:04 - Iran Stands Alone: What That Tells Markets 9:26 - Will China Risk It All to Defend Iran? 13:44 - The Illusion of an Anti-West Super Alliance 16:08 - Could the Middle East Crisis Trigger a Taiwan Flashpoint? 18:43 - Trump: Master Strategist or Global Wildcard? 20:44 - Is This the Moment the Dollar Starts to Fall? 23:18 - Will Tariffs Be Trump’s Next Big Move? 27:00 - “Chicken Out” or Double Down? Trump’s Dilemma 30:22 - Can Washington Avoid a Budget Catastrophe? 34:53 - Debt Spiral Ahead? What the Bond Market Is Telling Us 40:57 - Wealthion’s Golden Nugget: The Greatest Unappreciated Risk Right Now Learn about Jacob Shapiro: Podcast: https://geopolitical-cousins.captivate.fm/ Substack: https://jashap.substack.com/ Bespoke: https://bespokegroup.io/ More on Jacob: https://jacobshapiro.com/ Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Geopolitics #Iran #Trump #WorldWar3 #GlobalMarkets #DollarCrisis #China #Russia #MiddleEast #DebtCrisis ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust.