Make Iran Great Again
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"Make Iran Great Again" (Persian: عظمت را به ایران بازگردانیم) popularly known as (MIGA US: /ˈmiɡə/) is a political slogan, inspired by US President Donald Trump's campaign slogan, "Make America Great Again" (MAGA). The phrase was used by Trump in a statement regarding US military actions against Iranian nuclear facilities. It signifies a desire for potential regime change in Iran, replacing the current Islamist theocracy, headed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.[1]
The slogan gained widespread attention on June 22, 2025, when, following U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear sites, President Trump posted on social media, asking, "If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a Regime change? MIGA".[1]
Usage
[edit]"It's not politically correct to use the term 'Regime Change,' but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!"
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The slogan gained significant attention after U.S. President Donald Trump used it in June 2025, shortly after U.S. military strikes targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, including the sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, all bombed by U.S. B-2 Spirit bombers and Tomahawk missiles. On June 22, 2025, President Trump posted on Truth Social:[1]
Responses
[edit]The use of "MIGA" sparked discussions about the possibility of regime change in Iran.
Charlie Kirk, American conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, interpreted Trump's post as advocating for a "bottom-up revolution" driven by the will of the people.[3]
Usage by Restart
[edit]The dissident group Restart has adopted the slogan #MIGA to promote its goal of overthrowing the Islamic Republic of Iran in a way that aligns with the messaging of Donald Trump's administration during his first term. The group has garnered attention for its provocative support of military intervention against Iran and its efforts to influence US politics.[4]
Reactions
[edit]- Reza Pahlavi, Iranian Crown Prince said regime change is the only solution in Iran.[5]
- JD Vance, Vice president of the United States said to NBC we want to talk to the Iranians about a long-term settlement here.[6]
- United States Department of Homeland Security said Iran could ‘target’ US officials if Tehran believes regime’s survival at risk.[7]
- White House, after Trump raised the idea of regime change in Iran, says it is not seeking regime change in Iran.[8]
- US Congress expressed concern about regime change in Iran by the US.[9]
- Kremlin said regime change in Iran illogical.[10]
- Emmanuel Macron, French President said the biggest mistake today is to seek regime change in Iran through military means.[11]
- Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister told the Iranian people that as we achieve our goal, we will pave the way for you to achieve your freedom.[12]
- Lindsey Graham, US Republican Senator In an interview with Fox News, supported this slogan and the overthrow of the Islamic Republic of Iran's government.[13]
- Iranians who had migrated to neighboring countries due to the war supported regime change in Iran.[14]
- Foreign Policy wrote in its headline: "A new Iran may emerge from the current conflicts, but don't expect democracy."[15]
- Jacobin wrote in its headline that regime change in Iran will not have a good future.[16]
See also
[edit]- Make America Great Again
- Political slogans against the Islamic Republic of Iran
- Regime change in autocracies
- Iranian opposition
- Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Guzman, Chad de (2025-06-23). "Trump Says Iran May Need 'Regime Change'". TIME. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Trump asks why there would not be 'regime change' in Iran". Reuters. 2025-06-22. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Iran-Israel war latest: Make Iran Great Again or change regime, Trump suggests". The Times. 2025-06-23. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Tabatabai, Ariane (15 July 2020), "QAnon Goes to Iran", Foreign policy, archived from the original on 23 May 2022, retrieved 5 February 2022
- ^ "'Regime change' is only solution in Iran, Shah's son says". Yahoo News. 2025-06-23. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Khan, Melina (2025-06-23). "What does regime change mean? Trump comments on Iran leadership". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Lyngaas, Sean (2025-06-23). "Iran could 'target' US officials if Tehran believes regime's survival at risk, DHS says | CNN Politics". CNN. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "White House says it's not seeking Iran regime change after Trump raised idea". Times of Israel. 2025-06-23. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Collinson, Stephen (2025-06-23). "Trump floats Iran 'regime change' even as the true impact of US strikes is far from clear | CNN Politics". CNN. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Regime change in Iran is 'unacceptable', says the Kremlin". Sky News. 2025-06-20. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Wintour, Patrick (2025-06-19). "An implosion, a collapse or a transition: what would regime change in Iran look like?". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Bajoghli, Narges (2025-06-19). "The Issues With Calling for a Regime Change in Iran". TIME. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Iran attacks Israel despite US strikes on nuclear sites, Trump calls for 'peace'". Fox News. 2025-06-23. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Talk of regime change resonates with Iranians fleeing across border". BBC. 2025-06-23. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ Azizi, Arash (2025-06-25). "What Regime Change Means in Iran". Foreign Policy. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
- ^ "Regime Change in Iran Will Not End Well". Jacobin. Retrieved 2025-06-23.
