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Fmr. Secretary of Defense Esper: "It's Gonna Be Hard To Get a Deal Done"

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Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper warned on April 19, 2026, that U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations face significant obstacles, calling a deal "hard to get done" amid escalating tensions. Former President Trump threatened to target Iranian infrastructure, declaring readiness to "knock out" power plants and bridges, further straining diplomatic efforts. Iran’s removal of mines from the Strait of Hormuz was confirmed by Trump, though the move’s motives remain unclear amid broader standoffs over frozen funds and sanctions. Critics, including former State Department official Jon Finer, cited a lack of expertise in U.S. negotiation teams, undermining progress in high-stakes talks. Trump reiterated the U.S. will not release Iran’s frozen assets, hardening the financial deadlock as Fed officials separately cautioned against premature rate cuts.
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