US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Will Trump Strike? Khamenei's Retaliation & Pahlavi's Return

• US President Donald Trump hinted at 'help' for Iranian protesters, sparking speculation of military or cyber actions.
• Iran faces widespread protests since 2022, with over 500 reported deaths by a rights group; an official cited 2,000.
• Iran's defense minister warned of 'forceful' retaliation against US installations and Israel if attacked.
• Potential Iranian responses to a US strike include missile attacks, activating proxies like Hezbollah, disrupting the Strait of Hormuz, cyberattacks, and targeted assassinations.
• Experts believe a US strike is unlikely to cause regime change in Iran, as the state and Revolutionary Guard are highly resilient.

Why It Matters: Mounting US-Iran tensions raise questions about potential US strikes, Iran's retaliation, and regime change.