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Trump's former defense secretary sees no end in sight for Iran war — to the benefit of America's 'greatest adversary'

Mark Esper, who served as U.S. Secretary of Defense during Trump's first presidential term, said he did not see the conflict ending in the foreseeable future.

Trump's former defense secretary sees no end in sight for Iran war — to the benefit of America's 'greatest adversary'

Published October 8, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Mark Esper, who served as U.S. Secretary of Defense during Trump's first presidential term, said he did not see the conflict ending in the foreseeable future.

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Originally published at www.cnbc.com.

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