U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has highlighted the significant hurdles in renewed nuclear negotiations with Iran, stating that “doing a deal with Iran is not easy.” American and Iranian officials gear up for talks in Geneva amid these tensions.
Ideological Barriers in Negotiations
Rubio emphasized the complexities of engaging with Tehran’s leadership, which he described as shaped by radical Shia clerics. He noted that achieving a viable agreement requires bridging deep political and theological gaps between Washington and Tehran.
These challenges underscore the intricate dynamics at play as both sides prepare to address longstanding issues in the nuclear program.

