Trump Administration Considers Declaring Victory Over Iran Amid Internal Pressure

The Trump administration is openly discussing the possibility that military and economic pressure on Iran could lead to internal unrest or even regime change. Simultaneously, President Trump is reportedly considering declaring an end to the current military engagement.

Treasury Secretary Scott. "The goal here is not necessarily to overthrow the regime. It could happen," he stated, citing Iran's 100% inflation, queues, and unpaid military salaries as indicators of instability. He outlined three potential scenarios: infighting within the Revolutionary Guard, popular uprising, or Iran returning to negotiations for a sustainable agreement. This aligns with Trump's view that the previous deal failed because Iran was not ready for a new one.

Trump himself has fueled speculation by calling on Iranians to rise up and not ruling out sending the CIA to arm dissidents. He expressed understanding of the Iranian people's suffering and predicted the regime's weakening, suggesting the public would eventually resist repression. He believes "it is time" for an uprising.

However, alongside these statements, Trump is reportedly debating whether to announce the end of the military campaign. According to the Wall Street Journal, senior advisors are discussing this possibility, with Trump believing that continued U.S. economic pressure could achieve objectives like dismantling Iran's nuclear program. The choice for Tehran, in this view, would be to abandon its nuclear ambitions or face internal collapse.

Vice President J.D. Vance is expected to address the press, with Iran likely to be a central topic. Vance previously made sharp public criticisms of the Israeli government for opposing a deal with Iran, questioning their strategy and emphasizing Israel's reliance on U.S. aid. His upcoming briefing will be closely watched for any shifts in U.S. policy towards Iran and his stance on Israel.