On this episode of Nothing But the Truth, Trudy Stern speaks with U.S. Senator James Lankford about the dramatic escalation following the death of Ruhollah Khomeini in a joint U.S.–Israel operation. Drawing on recent intelligence briefings, Lankford discusses the state of Iran’s leadership, the possibility of regime collapse, and what the conflict could mean for the Middle East and global security. The conversation explores Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the role of the IRGC, potential leadership transitions inside Iran, and the broader implications for American national security and regional stability.