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The James Altucher Show · May 8, 2026 · 00:16:26

Israel & US Just Wiped Out Iran’s Leadership – What Happens Next? with Brandon Webb

James Altucher and former Navy SEAL Brandon Webb discuss the aftermath of the U.S.-backed Israeli strikes on Iran's leadership. They examine regime instability, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's proxy warfare, and a new model of conflict that relies on intelligence and precision strikes rather than large-scale invasion.

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Highlights

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Regime Instability After Leadership Decapitation
Webb warns that the elimination of Iran’s top leaders creates a dangerous power vacuum and could trigger internal power struggles.
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The Strait of Hormuz as a Geopolitical Flashpoint
Webb emphasizes the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and the risk that conflict could disrupt global oil shipments.
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Iran's Proxy Warfare Strategy
Webb explains how Iran uses proxy groups to wage war indirectly, complicating any direct response from adversaries.
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A New Model of Conflict vs. Iraq
Webb argues that the current operation represents a different approach from the Iraq War, relying on intelligence, targeted strikes, and pressure rather than large-scale ground invasion.
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