American plot for another coup? After Iraq-Syria-Venezuela, it is Iran’s turn, will Trump be able to eliminate Khamenei?

Internal Iran Politics and US: On the world map, Iran is known as a country whose political system has been stable and strong for decades and is also mysterious. Whereas in the present times, discussions have intensified about the weakening of this system and the possibility of a coup in the country.

Amidst these discussions that started regarding Iran, the question is whether these signals are real? Are the people of Iran really fed up with the governance system there and want change? Or is the same old formula being repeated in Iran, due to which the United States first attacked Afghanistan and then Iraq and Syria?

Khamenei has supreme power in Iran

Before knowing the answers to these questions, let us understand the current background of Iran. Iran has been an Islamic republic since the Islamic Revolution of 1979. Here the supreme leader has the greatest power. The current Supreme Leader is Ali Khamenei. This system has seen improvements and opposition from time to time, but the form of governance remains the same.

Trump’s ‘regime change’ in Iran demand for

In recent months, US President Donald Trump has significantly increased military deployment near Iran in the Arabian Sea, expressing concern for the Iranian people and their rights. America’s economic sanctions have made life difficult for common people in Iran. Despite this, Trump wants ‘regime change’ in Iran. Are demanding. He has made this claim in the context of Venezuela.

After all, what do the people of Iran want?

The second question is whether there is really a ‘regime change’ Is the ground being prepared for or is this just an external story? There is resentment among the Iranian people against the current regime. Inflation, unemployment, and social and cultural restrictions are the main reasons for this. The US economic sanctions imposed on Iran for a long time are also at the root of this.

Politics of Iran and America (Infographic-AI)

Resentment against the Islamic regime in Iran deepened after 2022–23, and the January 2026 protests saw a large youth group demanding change. However, this demand was more for economic reforms and freedom from socio-cultural restrictions than for regime change. Support for the Islamic Republic remains strong among Iran’s rural and traditional communities.

Why are the people of Iran more worried?

Recently Iran celebrated its 47th National Day (Day of Islamic Revolution in Iran). The crowds that took to the streets sent a political message that the Iranian people were united with the Islamic regime. This simply means that the people of Iran want improvement in the country’s system, but they do not have any problem with the political system.

‘coup’ Not easy for Trump

America’s Venezuela-like action in Iran seems far-fetched at the moment. After last year’s attacks, Iran has further strengthened its nuclear enrichment infrastructure. Despite decades of pressure, economic sanctions, US efforts to stop its nuclear program and influence in the region, Iran has established itself as a powerful military power.

What is Iran’s biggest strength?

Iran’s arsenal of ballistic missiles is its biggest strength, which creates a balance between the US and Israel. Iran’s retaliation after the June 2025 attacks exposed the shortcomings of both countries’ air defenses and made them realize that Iran’s missile power is a major threat to them in the region. This is the reason why the US started demanding Iran to stop its ballistic missile program in nuclear talks.

Also read: Trump’s two big options on Iran: ‘token’ nuclear deal or direct military attack on Khamenei

That 12-day conflict with the US and Israel forced Iran to modernize its military capabilities, especially its air defense and ballistic missile command and control systems. With China’s help, Iran is making these systems more integrated and accurate.

Are not strong ‘regime change’ claims of

Trump administration’s ‘regime change’ The claims do not seem to be as strong on the ground in Iran as they are being promoted. The arrangement is currently in place amid Iran’s economic challenges. However, if economic pressure and difference in expectations increase, resentment can turn into anger.