Former President Donald Trump on Sunday hinted at regime change in Iran, following surprise U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Trump made the statement on Truth Social, challenging the future of Iran’s ruling government.
“If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!” he wrote.
This post came shortly after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly denied any intention of regime change. Hegseth, during a press briefing, emphasized that the airstrikes were limited and targeted, aimed solely at stopping Iran’s nuclear development.
While Trump called for potential change in leadership, U.S. officials urged Iran to avoid escalation. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Iran against retaliation and any move toward nuclear weapons. He added that such steps would “put the regime at risk.”
The strikes reportedly damaged key nuclear infrastructure. Experts now say Iran may need months or years to rebuild. Still, this could lead to dangerous fallout.
Analysts warn that the attacks could push Iran to leave the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Nicholas Miller, a U.S. professor, said on X that this moment presents a serious risk. An exit from NPT would allow Iran to expand its nuclear work without international oversight.
Iran continues to deny it is building nuclear weapons, claiming peaceful intentions. However, tensions remain high.
In Iran, political hardliners reacted fiercely. State TV aired maps of U.S. bases in the Middle East. Prominent figures called for missile strikes on U.S. forces in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Some urged Iran to shut down the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump’s comments have shifted the tone. The region now faces a volatile period. The world watches for Iran’s next move and whether diplomacy still has a chance
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