President Trump is considering supporting armed groups in Iran to topple the regime, with Kurdish leaders being a key focus. The U.S. and Israel have conducted strikes, killing senior Iranian officials, including the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. Trump has urged Iranians to rise up, but has not identified a successor. The operation aims to neutralize Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, navy, and proxy militias, rather than regime change. Critics warn of the risks of supporting dissident leaders, citing historical examples like Osama bin Laden. The CIA is reportedly arming Kurdish forces for potential political leadership.