Iran Retaliation for US Strikes: Trump Hints Regime Change Amid Oil Crisis, Rising Tensions

जून 23, 2025

Iran Retaliation for US Strikes entered a volatile phase on Monday as Tehran and Israel exchanged missile fire, and U.S. President Donald Trump reignited global alarm by suggesting the possibility of regime change in Iran. The world watches anxiously as the geopolitical crisis deepens following the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Following the coordinated U.S.-Israeli military action—the largest Western attack on Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution—Iran vowed a firm response. Despite global appeals for diplomacy, the Islamic Republic launched missiles at Israel, wounding dozens and destroying parts of Tel Aviv.

Nuclear Site Struck in Iran

The Iran Retaliation for US Strikes began after Washington confirmed it had hit Iran’s underground Fordow nuclear facility with bunker-busting bombs and Tomahawk missiles. Satellite images suggested severe damage, though independent verification remains pending. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, declared, “Monumental Damage was done,” boasting that the deepest parts of Iran’s nuclear program were hit.

General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, confirmed that the U.S. launched 75 precision-guided munitions across three nuclear sites. The IAEA reported no radiation leak, while Iran claimed that most of its highly enriched uranium had been relocated beforehand.

Retaliation Targets Israel, but More Threats Loom

As part of Iran Retaliation for US Strikes, Tehran fired back at Israel, triggering air raid sirens in Tel Aviv and leading to interceptive measures by Israeli defense systems. Reports confirmed air strikes by Israel on Tehran and western Iran, including Kermanshah and the Parchin military complex.

Israeli officials revealed about 20 jets carried out overnight raids. Iranian defense agencies claimed to have downed an Israeli Hermes drone—the fourth drone brought down in recent weeks.

Strait of Hormuz Threatened; Oil Prices Surge

A key threat in the Iran Retaliation for US Strikes involves the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of global oil flows. Iran’s parliament approved the measure, but final authorization rests with the Supreme National Security Council, overseen by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Should Iran proceed, global oil prices may soar, potentially triggering a worldwide economic crisis. On Monday, Brent crude rose by 1.97% to $78.53, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate increased by 2.04% to $75.35 per barrel.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged China to dissuade Iran from closing the strait, calling it “economic suicide” and warning of U.S. retaliatory options.

Trump Raises Regime Change in Iran

Amid the Iran Retaliation for US Strikes, Trump escalated the rhetoric by invoking regime change. On Truth Social, he wrote, “If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”

This statement clashed with official U.S. government stances. Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied any plans to overthrow Iran’s government. Nonetheless, Israeli officials, who launched the conflict with a surprise attack on June 13, have increasingly voiced support for toppling Iran’s clerical regime.

Diplomacy Paused, Putin Steps In

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Russia has historically backed Iran but also maintains strategic ties with Israel. Speaking from Istanbul, Araqchi declared diplomacy will remain on hold until Iran retaliates fully.

Russia’s foreign ministry condemned the U.S. attacks and said the strikes undermined the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. At the U.N. Security Council, Russia, China, and Pakistan jointly proposed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire.

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warned the strikes represent a “perilous turn” and urged all parties to return to negotiations.

Travel and Security Disruptions

Following the Iran Retaliation for US Strikes, global airlines began suspending routes over the Middle East. Airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Israel appeared vacant, according to FlightRadar24. The U.S. State Department also issued a worldwide security alert for American citizens.

The Pentagon ramped up protection of troops in Iraq and Syria, fearing further escalation from Iranian-backed militias.

The Iran Retaliation for US Strikes marks a dangerous escalation in global affairs, with implications for energy markets, regional security, and nuclear non-proliferation. With oil prices rising, diplomatic channels closing, and the Strait of Hormuz under threat, the world must brace for unpredictable consequences. Whether this will spiral into a wider conflict or push parties back to the table depends on the next steps from Tehran, Washington, and Jerusalem.

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