Tehran, Aug 10, 2026 (AFP) - Iranians 'professional chess players', says ministry in response to Trump analogy

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2026-08-10

Tehran on Monday said Iranians had shown "they are professional chess players" in response to remarks by US President Donald Trump comparing his dealings with Iran to the board game. Trump on Sunday signalled he was prepared to let economic pressure mount against Iran, apparently backing away from more military strikes after Tehran issued a list of demands for opening the Strait of Hormuz. "Lights out or lights on, Iranians showed they are profes......

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