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Former Defense Secretary says Iran ‘emboldened’ by conflict, ignoring Trump threats

Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper stated Iran is "emboldened" by regional conflict and ignoring President Trump's threats. Iran has strategically positioned itself, perceiving these threats as ineffective.

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Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 12:04 PM EDT

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