President Trump’s warning to Iran followed the US special forces’ successful abduction of Venezuelan President Maduro, demonstrating US capabilities in Venezuela but highlighting the challenges in Iran. Unlike Venezuela, Iran has a robust military and resilient regime, reinforced by support from Russia and China. Recent protests in Iran, fueled by economic issues, have not significantly weakened the regime, which has historically united in the face of external threats. Overall, the Venezuelan operation illustrates the limitations of US power and the complexities of regime change in Iran.
