Graham Advocates Military Action Against Iran
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) proposed on Tuesday that President Donald Trump’s message of support for Iranian dissidents should incorporate “military, cyber, and psychological attacks” on the Iranian government.
In his post on X, Graham praised Trump as “Reagan-plus” and emphasized that he was “not Obama” regarding U.S. national security. He stated, “There is no greater threat to the world order than the Iranian Ayatollah’s religious Nazi regime,” pointing to the regime’s violent actions against its people and its backing of international terrorism.
Graham expressed that a partnership between the courageous protesters and decisive U.S. action would deal a fatal blow to the Ayatollah. He noted that the unarmed protesters take significant risks, fueled by a belief that Trump stands in solidarity with them.
According to Graham, the “turning point” will hinge on Trump’s resolve. He declared that while there wouldn’t be “boots on the ground,” the potential for severe military action against a regime that “has trampled on every red line that should not be crossed” would be unleashed. He referred to this strategy as the essence of “help is on the way.”
Graham’s goal is to dismantle the regime’s infrastructure that enables the violence against Iranian citizens and to “overthrow” those responsible for these acts.
He concluded, “The long nightmare of the Iranian people will soon end.”
Graham’s comments were made in response to Trump’s earlier statements on social media, where the President asserted that those accountable for the deaths of anti-regime protesters would “pay a heavy price.” Trump also announced he would halt all talks with Iran until violence against protesters ceased.
He encouraged Iranian patriots to continue their resistance, urging them to document the names of those perpetrating violence, stating that “they will pay a heavy price.” Trump later emphasized the cancellation of discussions with Iranian officials until the brutal repression against protesters comes to an end. “Assistance is on the way,” he reiterated.
At present, the Iranian authorities have reportedly killed at least 646 protesters since the uprising started, with estimates suggesting the actual number may be significantly higher. Reports indicate that around 3,000 Iranians might have lost their lives in these protests.
