In this episode, we dive into the complexities of regime change in Iran. Michael discusses the recent Israeli airstrikes on the country's military command structure, highlighting the significant disruption to the regime's ability to reconstitute itself. He examines the conditions necessary for a successful popular uprising, including elite fracture, economic collapse, loss of regime legitimacy, and coordinated opposition with recognizable leadership. The conversation touches on the role of the diaspora, the importance of information warfare, and the need for a credible, organized opposition to step in and fill the power vacuum.