The tone is hardening in Washington. Last Friday, US President Donald Trump took a further rhetorical step by declaring that "regime change" in Iran would be "the best thing that could happen." This statement comes as the White House actively considers its options regarding Tehran, without ruling out the use of force.

A strategic military deployment

Intimidation is not limited to words. To bolster its positions, the American administration has confirmed the deployment of massive reinforcements to the region:

1. Deployment: The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has been ordered to join a first carrier strike group already on site.
2. Objective: To put pressure on Tehran to obtain an agreement. Donald Trump has been clear: without a swift compromise from Iran, this military buildup will become operational.

Nuclear power at the heart of the conflict

Although Washington officially lists the reduction of Iran's nuclear program as its priority, the president suggests that the list of demands could grow.

The technical point: While Iran maintains that its research is purely civilian, international experts are concerned. Tehran is believed to have enriched uranium to 60% , dangerously approaching the weapons-grade threshold.

Under the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the United States could also demand an end to Iranian support for regional militias and a complete halt to the development of ballistic missiles.

Diplomacy at an impasse

Despite mediation efforts by Oman and Qatar, the indirect talks scheduled for this week failed to produce results. This diplomatic deadlock, coupled with statements about the possible overthrow of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is causing some hesitation even within the US administration.

Meanwhile, the Iranian regime is being weakened from within:

1. Social protest: Commemorations are currently marking 40 days of severely repressed demonstrations.
2. International pressure: Diplomatic isolation intensifies as military options return to the table.