Overview

• On June 24, Trump told reporters he does not seek regime change in Iran, warning that such a move would sow chaos.
• U.S. strikes on Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan nuclear sites on June 21 aimed to degrade Iran’s nuclear capacity without targeting its government.
• Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi urged Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to step down and offered to lead a democratic transition with a three-phase reconstruction plan.
• Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said early discussions with Iranian officials on resuming nuclear negotiations have shown promise.
• Iranian activists including Isa Saharkhiz condemned foreign military intervention even as opposition groups remain fragmented.