U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a dramatic appeal to members of Iran’s security forces, urging them to abandon the country’s ruling establishment and “stand up for the Iranian people.”
In a strongly worded message, Trump called on members of the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, as well as Iran’s military and police, to lay down their weapons and support what he described as a chance to reclaim their country.
“I’m once again calling on all members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, the military and the police to lay down their arms,” he said.
Trump told the security forces they would be granted full protection if they defect.
“Now is the time to stand up for the Iranian people and help take back your country. You’re going to have a chance after all these years to take back your country. Accept immunity — we’ll give you immunity,” he said.
The U.S. leader also issued a stark warning, saying those who continue to fight for the regime could face fatal consequences.
“You’ll be perfectly safe with total immunity or you’ll face absolutely guaranteed death, and I don’t want to see that,” Trump added.
The remarks come amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with analysts warning that the rhetoric signals a deepening confrontation that could reshape the political future of the Islamic Republic.
