'Regime change' or not? Trump's key Iran claim under scrutiny: Donald Trump's claim of regime change has been disputed, with one expert saying he is "increasingly desperate" to frame the war as a victory.

Benedict Moleta

'Regime change' or not? Trump's key Iran claim under scrutiny: Donald Trump's claim of regime change has been disputed, with one expert saying he is "increasingly desperate" to frame the war as a victory.

Benedict Moleta

ANU College of Asia and the Pacific

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Abstract

Iran's leadership has been hit, but experts say the regime itself remains firmly in place.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	SBS News
Publisher	SBS
Publication status	Published - 1 Apr 2026

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