US Launches Major Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites, Trump Hints Regime Change

President Donald Trump praised the recent US military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, suggesting the possibility of regime change if Iran fails to 'Make Iran Great Again,' a phrase echoing his own political slogan. While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that the mission targeted Iran's nuclear program and was not about regime change, Trump’s social media posts hinted at a more aggressive stance. The strikes, involving over 125 military aircraft, severely damaged key sites including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, although the full extent of underground damage remains unclear. Iran responded by launching missiles at Israel, causing injuries, but has not attacked US bases or disrupted oil shipments so far. The US Vice President and senior officials have stated their goal is to end Iran's nuclear program and pursue a diplomatic settlement. Meanwhile, some US lawmakers, including Rep. Jim Himes, expressed caution about the strikes, warning of the historical costs of Middle East conflicts and criticizing the lack of Congressional approval for the military action.