Though it might seem like a simple case of divided loyalties — two sides, two flags — the reality is more nuanced.

Amid contradicting comments about regime change and "Making Iran Great Again", experts weigh in on whether a Western-led intervention in the region is on the cards.

Iran and Israel continue strikes on Wednesday night, after Donald Trump says the US "may" join the Israeli attacks.

Dara Conduit, a political science lecturer at Melbourne University, told SBS News Iran has few "friends" it can count on for military support if it asks, other than Russia.

his enemies in Israel and the White House claim they could easily kill him if they desire. But who is Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and just how powerful is he?

his enemies in Israel and the White House claim they could easily kill him if they desire. But who is Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and just how powerful is he?

The US joining Israel "would completely change" the dynamics of the war, Dara Conduit told BBC News earlier. Yesterday, Trump took to social media to demand Iran's "unconditional surrender".

Dr Dara Conduit, a University of Melbourne political scientist who specialises in the Middle East, says the window for Iran to find a face-saving way out of the conflict is rapidly narrowing.

Iran said the United States has crossed all red lines, but Donald Trump warned Iran can choose between peace and tragedy if it attacks US interests.