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Trump: US won’t let Iran ‘blackmail US’ over nuclear program

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 18, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Trump said the US won’t let Iran “blackmail us” over its nuclear program. The Iran enrichment agreement by April 30 market sits at 34.3% YES, up from 35% yesterday.

Market reaction

The Iran enrichment agreement rose 4.2% in 24 hours to 34.3% YES. Trump’s hardline language would normally push odds down, but traders still see a possible deal within 14 days. The largest move was a 3-point spike yesterday evening.

Why it matters

Daily volume is $23,824 in USDC. It costs $599 to move the market 5 points, which means decent liquidity but exposure to large single orders. The market is responding to Trump’s remarks without fully pricing out a deal.

What to watch

The source for Trump’s statement is tier-2, so moderate reliability. A YES share at 39¢ pays $1 if the agreement happens, a 2.56x return. That bet only works if you believe the rhetoric is posturing and talks will resume successfully before April 30. Watch for IAEA updates, any joint US-Iran announcements, or Trump’s next Oval Office statement. Any Iranian official response could also move the market.

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