United States President Donald Trump has said the recent war involving the United States and Israel has effectively led to a “regime change” in Iran, even as he expressed confidence that a deal could still be reached.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump said the situation in Iran has changed significantly, especially following the deaths of several top leaders during the conflict.
According to him, the current leadership in Iran is different from what it used to be, which is why he considers it a form of regime change.
Despite the tensions, Trump said he believes an agreement with Iran is likely, suggesting that talks could happen soon.
Following the death of Iran’s supreme leader earlier in the conflict, his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has reportedly stepped in as the country’s new leader, marking a major shift in Iran’s leadership.
The war, which began on February 28 after joint US-Israel airstrikes, has had global effects especially on oil supply. Iran responded by shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil shipments, causing prices to rise worldwide.
However, Trump hinted that the situation might ease soon, saying Iran has allowed some oil tankers to pass through the strait as a sign of possible cooperation.
He added that more shipments are expected in the coming days, which could help stabilize the global oil market.
