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Geopolitical FlashPoints
Crisis In Iran
January 16, 2026
Joe Zacks
Former CIA Deputy Assistant Director for CounterterrorismGeopolitical Intelligence Group Member,
Academy Securities
Peter Tchir
Head of Macro Strategy,Academy Securities
Maria Donnelly
Associate, Geopolitical Strategy,Academy Securities
Moderator: Bret Lowry
United States Navy VeteranManaging Director, Head of Special Situations,
Academy Securities
Host: Nicholas Carpenito
United States Air Force VeteranVice President, Operations,
Academy Securities
Table of Contents
Introduction
Protests in Iran
Regime’s Response to the Crisis
Possible U.S. Action in Iran
What Comes Next for the Regime
Macroeconomic Impacts
Conclusion
