
Alex Krainer: Trump's Lousy Cards, Regime Change Iran, China, Europe and Lockdowns
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May 12, 2026 · 1h 4m
About this episode
Alex Krainer discusses the deeper strategic shifts in global geopolitics, focusing on China, Russia, and Europe.
Most geopolitical analyses focus on surface-level conflict, but Alex Krainer unpacks the deeper strategic shifts shaping our world—particularly China's subtle moves, the real state of Russia, and Europe's precarious position. If you're tired of mainstream narratives and crave insights that challenge the official story, this episode is your playbook for understanding the coming months.With decades of experience as a hedge fund manager and a keen geopolitical analyst, Alex dives into the unfolding global realignment. He reveals how China is quietly asserting its influence behind the scenes, how Russia’s strategic posture is evolving amidst western sanctions, and why Europe’s dependence on energy and alliances could make or break its future stability.Join us for a rare, unfiltered deep dive into the hidden forces shaping the next chapter of history. Will the world slide into chaos, or will clever diplomacy turn tension into opportunity? Hit play to find out.Follow Alex Krainer here:https://x.com/NakedHedgiehttps://alexkrainer.substack.com/https://www.youtube.com/@kraineralex/videosFollow Paul on X here:https://x.com/paulbuitinkTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:46 Trump's China trip12:28…
People in this episode
Host: Paul Buitink
Guest: Alex Krainer
Topics covered
- geopolitical analysis
- China's influence
- Russia's strategic posture
- Europe's energy dependence
- global realignment
- diplomacy and conflict
Keywords
- geopolitics
- China
- Russia
- Europe
- energy
- diplomacy
- sanctions
- Ukraine
- Middle East
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: China, Russia, Europe
Places: Iran
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