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Trump, Netanyahu Aim for Regime Change Amid Oil Surge

3/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pursue regime change as a key goal amid airstrikes.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of Iran, remains defiant and controls the Strait of Hormuz.
Analysts doubt that military action can deliver regime change due to a lack of realistic plans.
Oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel on fears of prolonged disruptions.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pursue regime change as a key goal amid airstrikes.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of Iran, remains defiant and controls the Strait of Hormuz.
Analysts doubt that military action can deliver regime change due to a lack of realistic plans.
Oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel on fears of prolonged disruptions.