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5 Scenarios for the End of the War in Iran

Published March 11, 2026, 12:22
5 Scenarios for the End of the War in Iran

Axios presents five possible scenarios for the end of the war with Iran, noting that just as it started suddenly, it could end abruptly. The scenarios include a ceasefire with negotiations and a new nuclear deal, the 'Venezuela model' where the US would support a change in leadership, a popular uprising and collapse of the regime, an escalation of the war with expansion to other countries, and a gradual de-escalation through indirect negotiations. Trump has expressed disappointment with the selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as his father's successor, but remains open to new talks. The possibility of a regime collapse is real, but the Iranian power structure is resilient and has survived many challenges in the past. The economic and political instability caused by the war increases the cost for Trump ahead of the midterm elections.