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Last week we covered Week One of the Iran war and why I believe it may represent the beginning of a global reset. This week we move into Week Two. And something unexpected has happened. While the world is focused on Iran, Israel and the United States, one country appears to be quietly benefiting the most from the economic fallout. Russia. Oil markets, energy flows, financial stress in private credit markets, and rising Treasury yields are revealing something deeper about what is really happening behind the headlines. Tonight on Simon Dixon Hard Talk I’ll break down Week Two of the Iran war and why the conflict may already be transitioning toward an endgame. Part One: Iran War Week 2 — The Hormuz Oil Shock In part one I’ll walk through the second week of the conflict and explain why markets may already be pricing the limits of escalation. We’ll cover: Why oil spiked to $115 before collapsing to $89 in three days Why the $110–$120 oil ceiling may be the pain threshold for all sides The pipelines and bypass infrastructure quietly moving millions of barrels around Hormuz Why the Strait may have been closed by insurance markets rather than missiles The next escalation ladder: what happens if the Red Sea closes Why the disruption impacts LNG, fertilizers, semiconductors, tourism and global supply chains How the crisis could lock Europe into long-term LNG dependence on the United States Why Russia may be the economic winner of Week Two We’ll also look at what the financial markets are signalling: Stress emerging in private credit markets funding AI data centers Treasury yields rising as the cost of US debt increases Why financial institutions may be using the crisis to reset balance sheets And why the oil market may already be telling us: this war has an expiration date. Part Two: The Financial War Behind the Iran Conflict BTC Sessions Interviews Simon Dixon In part two I’ll be airing my recent interview on BTC Sessions, where we go deeper into the forces shaping this conflict. The argument I make is controversial: This may not be a traditional war between nation states. It may be a struggle between three competing power structures shaping the next global system. We cover: The Financial Industrial Complex vs the Military Industrial Complex The “Proof of Weapons Network” behind the current monetary system Why nation-states may be less powerful than transnational capital networks How Gulf sovereign wealth funds, China, and Wall Street influence global power Why stabilizing West Asia may unlock trillions in AI and infrastructure investment We also discuss: China’s 1.2 billion barrel strategic oil reserve Why a multipolar financial order may emerge from this conflict Why Bitcoin may ultimately be the only neutral settlement layer outside the system This episode isn’t just about missiles and headlines. It’s about the architecture of power behind the war.   Watch on YouTube  

Simon Dixon comes to explain what is happening with the unfolding financial crisis following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Removing approximately 20 million barrels of oil per day, this is the biggest oil supply shock of our lifetime—impacting the market 10 times more than the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In this vital interview, Simon breaks down the geopolitical chess moves happening behind the scenes, explaining how the U.S. and Russia are emerging as the massive net beneficiaries of this crisis, while Europe, the UK, and Asia face severely depleted reserves and skyrocketing energy costs. Simon also unpacks how financial institutions are using the derivatives market to temporarily suppress oil prices and warns that if the strait remains closed for an extended period, the world could face a severe global recession and a financial crisis akin to 2008, leading to massive money printing. What You Should Do: The average consumer is facing soaring gas prices and a potential jump in consumer goods inflation. To prepare for the turbulent months ahead, Simon explains exactly what you should do: Remember that Cash is King: Ensure you have 3 to 6 months of cash flow saved for your normal needs. Don't Panic Buy: Oil prices will likely crash back down the moment the strait reopens. Avoid stocking up on expensive supplies at the absolute top of the market unless you are preparing for a worst-case disaster scenario. Build Local Communities: Focus on your local supply chains. Get to know your neighbors and local farmers, and look into bulk-buying as a community to keep costs down. Follow Simon Dixon: X (Twitter) YouTube Website: simondixon.com (For deep dives and AI-summarized insights) Host: Sulaiman Ahmed https://www.youtube.com/@SulaimanAhmedX  Follow on X: https://x.com/ShaykhSulaiman   Disclaimer: The information and overarching opinions shared in this content are for informational purposes and do not constitute financial or investment advice. The views expressed represent personal beliefs regarding markets that are incredibly unpredictable. You should not attempt to trade in these markets unless you are using capital that you can afford to lose. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor or your pension fund manager before making any investment decisions or adjusting your market exposure.

This is part 2 segment taken from the full live show: 🇮🇷🇺🇸🇮🇱 This Iran War Is The Global Reset | SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE | 6th March 2026 In part two, I’ll be airing my debate with Ryan Dawson. Ryan argues that this is not a managed transition at all — that Israel controls U.S. foreign policy and this is a real power war driven by Zionist ideology and military escalation. We debate: • Whether the war is about money, ideology, or both • The real role of Israel in shaping U.S. foreign policy • Whether this conflict strengthens or weakens the U.S. dollar system • China’s role in backing Iran • Why the outcome may lead to a weaker U.S., weaker Israel, and weaker Iran — but a stronger multipolar system This episode is about more than missiles and headlines. It’s about the architecture of power behind the conflict. Watch on youtube ▶️ Watch the FULL LIVE SHOW here: 🇮🇷🇺🇸🇮🇱 This Iran War Is The Global Reset | SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE | 6th March 2026

  Episode Title: Iran War Week One: The Managed Transition To A Multipolar World | SimonDixonHardTalk Episode Description: Hey hey Sovereign Wealth Builders, welcome to another episode of Simon Dixon Hard Talk!  Today, we are navigating one of the most significant structural shifts in the history of the modern monetary system . To understand the gravity of the present moment, we must look past the mainstream media's "good vs. evil" cartoon narratives and follow the money to see the institutional architecture being redesigned beneath our feet  . In this episode, Simon Dixon provides a deep dive into the first week of the Iran, Israel, and US conflict, arguing that this is not an accidental escalation or a failure of traditional diplomacy  . Instead, it is a meticulously managed mechanism—a Global Reset—designed to transition the world from a US-led, debt-based hegemony into a Multipolar World . Simon exposes the massive transnational power struggle taking place behind the scenes between the Military Industrial Complex (MIC), which profiteers from forever wars, and the emerging Financial Industrial Complex (FIC), which seeks regional stability to implement a global AI and surveillance state  . Tune in to discover how this "geopolitical theatre" utilizes bounded, pre-negotiated strikes to permanently reshape global capital, energy flows, and strategic alliances  . Key Topics Covered in This Episode:   Deconstructing the Propaganda: Why the narratives pushed by both Western media and the "anti-imperialist" resistance are designed for the "lowest denominator of stupidity" to obscure the reality of financial weapons of mass destruction  . FIC vs. MIC: The epic factional power struggle between the Financial Industrial Complex (aligned with BlackRock, Vanguard, and GCC sovereign wealth funds) and the Military Industrial Complex (aligned with the Pentagon, deep state intelligence, and hardline proxies)  . The "12-Day War Model" & Theatrical Conflict: How bounded escalation and symbolic strikes are being used as a controlled off-ramp to prevent an unmanaged World War III  . The Strait of Hormuz Stress Test: How the FIC weaponized the insurance markets to effectively paralyze shipping routes, acting as a global commodity stress test that shocked the AI memory chip supply chain and European gas markets  . Vassalization of Israel and Iran: Why both primary combatants are intentionally being weakened and heavily indebted to force internal regime changes that align with the new multipolar architecture  . Actionable Insights for Capital Allocators: Why Sovereign Wealth Funds are dumping US Treasuries to strip assets via US equities and AI data centers, and how you should position your portfolio  . Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice . Macroeconomic and geopolitical commentary reflects analysis and interpretation based on the source material rather than statements of fact . All investment decisions should be made based on your own research and the consultation of qualified professionals . The author is not responsible for any financial losses or decisions made based on the information provided . The concept of "Theater" and "Managed Transition" are analytical frameworks used to describe complex geopolitical events and should not be interpreted as a denial of the real-world consequences of conflict . Participants in financial markets should be aware that geopolitical instability carries significant risk .

  Episode Title: This Iran War is the Global Reset | SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE Host: Simon Dixon Featured Guest: Ryan Dawson Episode Summary Hey hey, Sovereign Wealth Builders!   Are we standing at the precipice of World War III, or are we witnessing a highly calculated, managed transition to a multipolar world order?    In this episode of SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE, Simon spends over three hours deconstructing the first week of the Iran-Israel-U.S. conflict. Looking past the mainstream media's cartoonish "good versus evil" propaganda, Simon follows the money to reveal the hidden mechanics of a global reset, where war is utilized as the ultimate mechanism to recalibrate the financial and political system.   Later in the show, Simon goes head-to-head with researcher Ryan Dawson in a rigorous debate to answer the ultimate geopolitical question: Does Israel really control U.S. foreign policy, or is it merely a strategic tool for transnational capital?     In This Episode: Part 1: The Managed Transition & The "Theatre Rule"   The Two Factions of Power: Discover the structural battle between the Financial-Industrial Complex (FIC)—which allegedly prioritizes regional stability and multipolar trade integration—and the Military-Industrial Complex (MIC), which allegedly thrives on permanent instability and weapons procurement  . The "Theatre Rule": Simon explains why this conflict is bounded by pre-negotiated parameters, where what is allegedly shot down is meant to be shot down . Analysis suggests this managed theatre is exposed by the U.S. simultaneously bombing targets while providing political risk insurance for Gulf shipping  . Selection by Elimination: How the alleged removal of IRGC hardliners paves the way for a protected continuity candidate and an Iranian "soft landing" into the BRICS and GCC architecture  . The Hormuz Experiment: Why the Strait of Hormuz was essentially closed by the financial infrastructure of insurance markets rather than missiles, serving as a massive global commodity stress test . Global Supply Chain Shocks: The ripple effects of the war, including Europe's forced dependency on expensive U.S. LNG following the disruption of Qatar's Ras Laffan facility, and the exposure of AI supply chain vulnerabilities in South Korea  .   Part 2: The Great Debate – Ideology vs. Transnational Capital (Simon Dixon vs. Ryan Dawson)   Ryan Dawson’s Stance: Ryan argues that the war is a genuine, unmanaged conflict driven primarily by Zionist ideology and religious supremacy, completely dictating U.S. foreign policy . Simon Dixon’s Counter-Thesis: Simon contends that transnational capital uses ideology as a management tool . He argues that the U.S. dollar standard—a debt-based system requiring constant conflict to maintain liquidity—is undergoing its final rollover as global financial elites transition to a multipolar system  . Mercantilism vs. Reverse-Mercantilism: A breakdown of how American fiat wealth extraction compares to the state-led reinvestment model utilized by China  .   Part 3: The Architecture of the New World   Analysis suggests the post-war landscape will likely result in a normalized Iran, a GCC-led security architecture that reduces dependency on the United States, and a weakened, debt-laden Israel forced to integrate into regional economic structures .   Resources & Links: Historical Context: Revisit Simon's previous blog posts and commentary on 9/11, Epstein, and JFK documentaries to understand how these deep state power structures operate . Connect with Simon: Get weekly deep dives into geopolitics, macroeconomics, and Bitcoin by subscribing to the Simon Dixon YouTube channel, following @SimonDixonTwitt on X, or finding the backup channel on Rumble .   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Legal Disclaimer: The commentary and analysis provided in this episode and the accompanying show notes are for informational and educational purposes only, and do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice . Macro-economic and geopolitical commentary reflects the host’s personal analysis and interpretation of global events based on available information, and should not be taken as statements of absolute fact . To optimize for legal protection, statements regarding specific geopolitical figures, entities, or power structures are presented as alleged theories based on strategic wargaming  . Investing in any asset class involves significant risk; you should perform your own due diligence and consult with a qualified professional before making financial decisions . The views expressed regarding political and religious ideologies are for analytical purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of any particular movement .  

A hard-hitting dive into how conflict, religion, and covert operations feed a global profit machine. Topics include engineered regime change, the use of faith groups to mobilize support, and hidden funding for proxy forces. The conversation covers market winners from war, reconstructed economies, and the shadow networks that some say prop up the dollar and elite wealth.

This is part 2 segment of: Bitcoin Under Siege: Price Suppression & Developer Infiltration | SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE | 27th February 2026 Part Two: Amir Taaki Reveals: Epstein Contact & Attempts to Compromise Bitcoin Developers We addressed: His historical email contact with Jeffrey Epstein Early ideological conflicts inside Bitcoin development Gavin Andresen’s CIA visit Peter Todd allegations Intelligence infiltration concerns Developer exposure & leverage risks. Watch on YouTube

This is part 1 segment of SimonDixonHardTalk LIVE | 27th February 2026 | Bitcoin Under Siege: Price Suppression & Developer Infiltration Part One: Jane Street’s Silent War on Bitcoin’s Price We break down: The Terra/Luna collapse and the federal lawsuit alleging insider front-running The 10:00 AM “slam” pattern wiping out leveraged longs The October 10th $19B liquidation event SEBI’s enforcement action in India Jane Street’s dominance in SLV and IBIT The role of Authorized Participants: We’ll explore the Synthetic Float Ratio — how derivatives create synthetic supply on top of real Bitcoin. Gold. Silver. Oil. Equities. Bitcoin may now be following the same financialization pattern. Watch on YouTube

Amir Taaki, early Bitcoin developer and privacy activist, shares candid memories from early crypto circles. He discusses alleged market maneuvers around ETFs and derivatives, claims of institutional price suppression, historical developer conflicts, contacts linked to Jeffrey Epstein, and his experiences in Syria. Short, intense, and provocative conversations uncover power, influence, and privacy in crypto.

Simon Dixon, co-founder and CEO of Bnk To The Future and longtime Bitcoin advocate, challenges Wall Street’s playbook. He argues corporate Bitcoin treasuries centralize BTC through debt, derivatives and market pressure. The conversation digs into the Financial Industrial Complex, historical roots of central banking, and why self-custody and running a node matter.