Trump is open to regime change in Iran
UNITED STATES, JUN 23 – Trump hinted at regime change after US and Israeli strikes destroyed Iran's nuclear sites, with 75 precision-guided munitions used in a coordinated operation, raising regional tensions.
- On Sunday, President Donald Trump questioned Iran’s ruling theocracy on Truth Social and endorsed regime change.
- During the weekend, Operation Midnight Hammer used seven stealth bombers to drop 14 bunker-busting bombs on Iran's nuclear sites, with officials denying regime change plans before Trump’s social media post.
- Defense officials report that the US strikes caused 'extreme severe damage' and 'monumental' destruction to Iran's nuclear sites, with Trump claiming they were 'completely obliterated' and Hegseth calling it an 'overwhelming success.'
- Tehran threatened retaliation after strikes; Sir Keir Starmer warned of regional spill-over; Turkey’s Foreign Ministry cautioned against global escalation.
- In the coming days, diplomacy remains vital as Tehran has levers to respond, with scenarios ranging from regime change to de-escalation, impacting regional and global stability.
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