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Iran’s Strategy: Why They Are Trying to Outlast Trump

Iran is playing a long game, hoping to wait out the U.S. political cycle. Here is what experts say their plan is for dealing with America.


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By John Doe
Reporting from Iran
Aug. 16, 2026, 2:49 p.m. - 5 hours ago

Right now, many experts are looking at how Iran is dealing with the United States. It seems that Iran has a very specific plan: they want to simply wait out Donald Trump’s presidency.

Instead of making big, quick deals, Iran appears to be playing a long game. They are betting that if they hold their ground, they can wait for the U.S. political situation to change.

Analysts have pointed out five main goals that Iran is aiming for. They want to show that they have the 'upper hand' in talks. By not giving in to pressure, they hope to force the U.S. to accept their terms rather than the other way around.

Some reports say Iran is 'burning cards' one by one. This means they are using their strategic options carefully to gain leverage. They want to be seen as a country that cannot be pushed around.

However, not everyone thinks this is a good idea. Some editorials argue that these games are just a way to stall. They worry that by playing these games with talks, Iran is making it harder to solve real problems.

For now, the situation remains tense. Iran seems confident that their strategy of waiting is working for them, while the U.S. watches closely to see what move they will make next. We will keep you updated as more news comes in.

Source: Salon.com



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