Reza Pahlavi's Call for U.S. Intervention in Iran: A Controversial Standpoint

Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi has called for U.S. military intervention in Iran to potentially save lives. Speaking to Reuters, Pahlavi urged the Trump administration not to delay negotiations with Tehran's clerical leaders over a nuclear deal.

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran's dethroned shah, argued at the Munich Security Conference that Iran's government is nearing collapse, and a U.S. intervention could accelerate this process. He believes that such an action would embolden citizens to protest for the regime's downfall, despite recent government crackdowns.

The Trump administration continues its engagement with Iran over a possible nuclear agreement, but Pahlavi and others suggest military intervention may become necessary. With military forces amassing, the potential for a U.S.-led operation against Iran remains, as Trump hinted at the need to instill fear to resolve nuclear negotiation disputes.