🔴 Ex-Military Says 'War To End All Wars' Starts On This Date (here's when) | Simon Hunt

Summary

On November 3, 2026, host Danny speaks with market commentator Simon Hunt about the US midterm elections, possible conflict involving Iran, European instability, gold, and the economic outlook.

Iran and the Risk of a Wider War

Hunt says reports of negotiations between Iran and the United States are unreliable. He says Iran wants the return of at least $6 billion and an end to the blockade before talks begin. He cites a warning from a UAE presidential adviser that renewed conflict could cause unprecedented damage to regional oil infrastructure. According to Hunt, repairs could take years—and longer if further damage occurs.

Timing and Military Logistics

Hunt relays an unnamed former military officer’s view that military supply orders—such as food, blood, and cold-weather equipment—can serve as a leading indicator of conflict. That source reportedly expects a major war in the third or fourth quarter of 2027.

Hunt says an attack may be delayed, but argues that a major strike on Iran could be a prelude to a broader world war, which he places around 2029–2032. These are predictions, not confirmed plans or events.

Nuclear Escalation

The speakers discuss speculation about a strike on Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain. Hunt warns that a nuclear strike could spread radioactive fallout into neighboring countries, including Pakistan, and could draw Russia and China into the conflict. He doubts that a nuclear attack is the likely scenario, but says any major attack would be devastating.

Links Between Conflicts

Hunt connects the wars in Ukraine and Iran to a broader contest between a US-led “unipolar” order and a “multipolar” one. He argues that European governments may use the prospect of conflict with Russia to divert attention from domestic problems. He rejects the idea that Russia intends to attack Europe.

European Social and Political Strains

The discussion points to economic pressures on young Europeans—including difficulty affording homes and starting families—as a source of discontent. Hunt also raises the possibility that France could eventually leave the euro and devalue a new franc, which he says could threaten the EU.

The speakers mention alleged cyber incidents, flight bomb threats, and reports of European food-stockpiling advice, but do not establish who was responsible or whether the incidents were connected.

Gold and Financial Markets

The host describes markets as relatively subdued on election day, with the 10-year Treasury yield at 4.9% and oil at $96. Hunt supports holding physical gold as protection and a source of liquidity rather than as a short-term trade.

He discusses Hong Kong’s planned tokenized gold product and argues that Asian countries want physical gold held in their own vaults. The speakers also say central-bank gold buying had increased even as prices fell. Hunt considers a decline toward $3,500 possible without changing his long-term rationale for gold.

Election and Market Outlook

The host presents election scenarios attributed to JP Morgan and Zero Hedge:

• 66% probability of a Democratic “blue wave”
• 26% probability of a divided Congress
• 7% probability of a Republican “red wave”
• 1% probability of the remaining configuration

Hunt says losing both congressional chambers could make Trump more aggressive in foreign policy. He anticipates a market correction, a rally into March, and then larger declines.

Longer-Term Forecasts

Hunt predicts an S&P 500 peak near 8,500 in early 2027, a fall toward 5,000 by the end of 2027, and a later peak above 10,000 sometime from 2029 to 2032. He also forecasts a recession, double-digit inflation and bond yields, and a major market crash. These are Hunt’s projections rather than established outcomes.

Presenters and Contributors

• Danny: Host
• Simon Hunt: Guest