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Saudi Source Demands Iran Regime Change Amid Escalation

2/23/2026

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A Saudi royal family source says Iran must change, including removal of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader.
The source says the regime must be overthrown to craft a strong government, not Iraq's weak model.
It criticizes the United States and Israel for misunderstanding Iran's social dynamics and for not backing anti-regime protesters.
An Iranian news outlet reports escalation plans, listing U.S. targets and regional infrastructure.

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A Saudi royal family source says Iran must change, including removal of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader.
The source says the regime must be overthrown to craft a strong government, not Iraq's weak model.
It criticizes the United States and Israel for misunderstanding Iran's social dynamics and for not backing anti-regime protesters.
An Iranian news outlet reports escalation plans, listing U.S. targets and regional infrastructure.