As tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel reach a boiling point, U.S. President Donald Trump reignited political controversy by posting a bold message on his social media platform: “Make Iran Great Again.” The post came in the aftermath of coordinated U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and Iran’s retaliatory missile attacks on Israel.
Trump’s statement, which quickly went viral, implied support for regime change in Tehran and was accompanied by an image of the Iranian flag reimagined with Western democratic symbolism. “The people of Iran deserve freedom, prosperity, and peace—not dictatorship, terror, and war,” Trump wrote, adding: “A new chapter for the Iranian people is coming.”
This message has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles and media outlets worldwide. Trump, who is currently campaigning for a return to the White House, has long taken a hardline stance on Iran. His administration in 2018 withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)—commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal—and reimposed sweeping sanctions on Tehran.
While the Biden administration has remained measured in its public statements following the recent strikes, Trump’s call for a new Iranian government marks a sharp contrast in tone. Some analysts believe his post could further inflame anti-American sentiment in Iran and complicate efforts to de-escalate the situation.
Iran’s state media responded immediately, accusing Trump of “meddling in sovereign affairs” and called his remarks “proof of America’s imperialist agenda.” Iranian officials warned that such rhetoric, coupled with military aggression, justifies defensive action and unites the nation against foreign interference.
In the U.S., reactions to Trump’s post have been polarized. Supporters on the right praised the message as a show of strength and solidarity with the Iranian people, using hashtags like #FreeIran, #RegimeChangeNow, and #MakeIranGreatAgain. Critics, however, blasted the president for undermining ongoing diplomatic efforts and escalating an already dangerous conflict with a nuclear-capable adversary.
Some foreign policy experts warn that public calls for regime change—especially from prominent political figures—could backfire, bolstering the Iranian regime’s narrative that external forces are plotting to destabilize the country. Others argue that Trump’s statement may resonate with segments of the Iranian diaspora and pro-democracy movements.
The timing of Trump’s post also adds fuel to speculation about whether U.S. foreign policy is becoming a campaign issue in the 2024 election cycle. With international stability hanging in the balance, every message from American leadership—official or unofficial—carries heightened weight.
As the crisis deepens and global leaders urge calm, Trump’s “Make Iran Great Again” slogan is shaping up to be both a rallying cry and a political flashpoint in a conflict that now spans missiles, diplomacy, and ideology.
