Published: Mar 06, 2026, 23:15 IST | Updated: Mar 06, 2026, 23:15 IST
President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric and strategy on Iran, suggesting the United States should play a role in shaping the country’s future leadership while backing military operations alongside Israel. The comments come as Washington ramps up pressure on Tehran through military strikes, economic sanctions and political messaging aimed at weakening Iran’s current regime. Trump has also made a series of bold global claims -- crediting himself for election outcomes abroad and pushing allies and rivals alike, from Israel to Europe, to align with his agenda. The result is a widening geopolitical confrontation that critics say reflects an expanding American power play — one that could reshape the balance of power in the West Asia and beyond.