A day after ordering airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, US President Donald Trump sparked fresh controversy by raising the possibility of a regime change in Iran. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump praised the American military for what he called a “flawless” operation, while simultaneously casting doubt on the current Iranian leadership’s ability to guide the nation forward.
Trump posted: “It’s not politically correct to use the term ‘Regime Change,’ but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”—reviving a version of his own slogan, “Make Iran Great Again.”
His remarks come amid escalating tensions following the coordinated US airstrikes targeting three Iranian nuclear facilities—Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow. While the Pentagon described the mission as a limited, strategic move to disrupt Iran’s nuclear ambitions, critics say it risks inflaming a wider regional conflict and weakening diplomatic avenues.
Trump’s comments have drawn swift reactions both at home and abroad. Within the US, political analysts noted the revival of rhetoric reminiscent of the Iraq War era, cautioning against openly advocating for regime change. Iranian officials, meanwhile, condemned the remarks as an unacceptable interference in their domestic affairs and warned of further retaliation.
Observers also pointed out that Trump's "MIGA" slogan, while aimed at provoking nationalist sentiment, risks deepening the rift between the US and the Iranian public, many of whom remain wary of foreign intervention.
The situation remains fluid, with Iran launching retaliatory drone and missile attacks on Israeli territory, and reports suggesting increased military alertness across the region.
