In this episode, we explore the recent developments in Iran, Israel, and the US's strategic moves amid the outbreak of kinetic action. We analyze the broader geopolitical and regional impacts, potential scenarios for regime change, and implications for global markets and businesses.

Key topics:

• Broader geopolitical implications of Iran-Israel-US conflicts
• US and Israeli strategic intents and potential outcomes
• Impact of targeted strikes on Iran’s leadership and regime survivability
• Role of protests and internal dissent in Iran’s future stability
• Regional responses: Gulf states, Hezbollah, Houthi support, and maritime security in Hormuz
• Long-term effects on energy markets, supply chains, and business investment
• Influence of US sanctions, energy targets, and geopolitical competition with China
• Future scenarios: regime change, civil unrest, or conflict escalation
• Short-term market stabilization vs. long-term instability risks
• Middle East power dynamics post-conflict and the status quo of regional rivalries

In this episode, we discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and its implications for US foreign policy, particularly under the Trump administration. We also explore the geopolitical ramifications of these tariffs, the ongoing violence in Mexico related to cartel activities, and the potential for increased US military involvement. The conversation also delves into the current state of US-Iran relations, highlighting the complexities of negotiations and military posturing in the region.

Read our related reports on both the implications of U.S. tariffs and U.S. - Iran Scenarios.

https://www.insightforward.co.uk/reports/

In this episode, Ross Hill and Dr. Treston Wheat discuss the recent Munich Security Conference, focusing on the speech by Marco Rubio and its implications for US foreign policy and NATO. They analyze the shift in tone from previous speeches, the divergence of shared values between the US and Europe, and the rise of cultural nationalism. The conversation also covers Europe's increasing defense spending, the risk of conflict with Russia, and the potential for gray zone activities that could lead to miscalculations and escalations in tensions.

In this episode, Ross Hill and Dr. Treston Wheat discuss various geopolitical developments, including the the formation of the Critical Minerals Coalition by the US, and its implications for foreign policy and industrial strategy. They explore the bipartisan support for critical minerals, the evolving US-China relations, and the significant shifts in Japan's defense policy following its recent election. The conversation also touches on the 2026 US National Defense Strategy and how corporations must adapt to the changing geopolitical landscape.

In this episode of Boardroom Statecraft, Ross Hill and Dr. Treston Wheat discuss the evolving landscape of global politics, focusing on the implications of US foreign policy and China's strategic responses. They explore the importance of stability in international relations, the role of multilateral institutions, and the emergence of a multipolar world. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities for businesses navigating this transitionary period, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment.

In this episode of Boardroom Statecraft, Ross Hill and Dr Treston Wheat unpack a framing that helps explain why US foreign policy currently feels so disruptive to allies and markets: the United States behaving as a revisionist power. They explore how the post 1945 US role as a stabilising architect of the liberal order is giving way to a more explicitly transactional posture, where Washington engages internationally only on its own terms. The discussion connects this shift to growing pressure on Europe to rebuild defence capacity, to the declining authority of multilateral institutions, and to the way businesses should think about market access, supply chains, and long term strategic planning as the global order fragments.

In this episode of Boardroom Statecraft, hosts Ross Hill and Dr. Treston Wheat delve into the importance of bold inferences in analysis, particularly within the context of geopolitical and business intelligence. They discuss the historical trend of neutrality in analysis, which often leads to vague conclusions, and argue for a more assertive approach that clearly communicates insights and forecasts. Dr. Wheat emphasizes the necessity of having a defined analytical framework, such as realism, to make informed predictions about global events and their implications for businesses. The conversation highlights the evolving role of corporations as geopolitical actors and the need for analysts to articulate their reasoning to enhance decision-making processes.

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In this episode of Boardroom Statecraft, Ross Hill and Dr. Treston Wheat discuss the evolving landscape of US foreign policy, focusing on Greenland, Cuba, and Iran. They explore the implications of military interventions, the shift from multilateralism, and the potential consequences for international relations and business strategies. The conversation highlights the need for businesses to adapt to these geopolitical changes and the importance of thorough analysis in navigating this complex environment.