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20VC: Sequoia's Shaun Maguire: Will We See WW3 Shortly | Why DEI is a Cancer for Society | Why Iran is the World's Greatest Evil | Why Trump is the Only Hope for Peace in the Middle East | Trump vs Harris: Who Wins & What Happens

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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Anticipate the Unpredictable

Current geopolitical tensions hint at a complex landscape where potential conflict is influenced by political outcomes, particularly in the context of U.S. elections. The likelihood of a war escalates based on perceptions of leadership; for instance, Iran may act more aggressively if a perceived adversary, like Trump, assumes office. This indicates that foreign powers evaluate their strategies based on American electoral dynamics. However, while a larger regional conflict seems plausible, the conditions for a World War III scenario require direct involvement from major powers like China and the U.S., which appears highly unlikely. Attention to fluctuating election odds reveals a sensitive correlation between domestic politics and international stability, shaping fears and actions on the global stage.

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