Trump’s Iran strategy: regime change from a distance, sold via social media

After a military operation that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Trump has pushed a messaging strategy that relies on written posts and short videos (often from Mar-a-Lago) rather than full public appearances. The approach aims to show escalation without him owning the fight, giving him flexibility and what analysts call an “off-ramp” if the outcome is favorable or not, while leaving objectives vague. The move could bolster political support if the regime falls, but carries risks if casualties rise or public opinion shifts.