US President Donald Trump has reportedly communicated to his national security team a desire for a swift, decisive, and regime-altering strike against Iran, aiming to avoid a prolonged conflict. This approach draws parallels to the recent 'dramatic seizure' of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. However, defense and intelligence officials have been unable to guarantee that an American strike would lead to the collapse of Iran's leadership or prevent a wider regional war, raising concerns about potential retaliation and limited US assets in the region. Experts emphasize that Iran presents a far more complex challenge than Venezuela due to its advanced military capabilities, robust air defenses, regional influence, and unique internal dynamics. Unlike Venezuela's less networked defenses, Iran possesses mobile air defense systems, including HQ-9B and potentially S-400 systems, making a 'quick win' significantly harder to achieve and increasing risks of aircraft losses and escalation. While Trump has publicly signaled support for ongoing protests in Iran and even suggested a temporary halt to killings and executions there, the underlying tensions and military options remain on the table. The comparison to the Venezuela operation, where President Maduro was reportedly captured by US forces, serves as a precedent for Trump's unconventional foreign policy. However, analysts caution that the 'Maduro model' is misleading for Iran, given the profound differences in political structures, strategic environments, and regime survival mechanisms. The heightened tensions have prompted India to prepare for the evacuation of its citizens from Iran, underscoring the potential global and regional implications of any US military action.