On the evening of January 8, U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking in front of numerous international media, greenlit another potential Israeli attack on the Islamic Republic. He stated that the Iranian regime "may have misbehaved" and warned of severe consequences if confirmed, possibly more intense than previous actions.

Regarding regime change, Trump refrained from commenting but noted the poor economic conditions in Iran and rising public discontent. He highlighted that people's protests are met with force, signifying the regime's vulnerability amidst growing unrest.