War on Iran: Phase II: Day 17

What the report says

Al Jazeera reported on July 28, 2026, that US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran had resumed during what the outlet described as “Phase II” of the war on Iran, now in its 17th day. According to the report, Trump portrayed Tehran as eager for an agreement, saying Iran was “begging” for a deal.

The same Al Jazeera item said Iran confirmed that talks are occurring, but gave a different impression of the pace and urgency. Tehran, according to the report, said it was not rushing to reach an agreement. The article text provided does not identify the negotiation venue, participants, agenda, or any specific proposed terms.

Al Jazeera’s related coverage from the previous day said the US-Iran war had slowed and that both sides were allowing diplomacy a chance through regional mediators. Taken together, the reports suggest a possible shift from active confrontation toward indirect or mediated political engagement, though the available text does not establish that fighting has ended or that a settlement is near.

The development matters because even limited confirmation of talks can affect regional security calculations, diplomatic pressure, and public messaging by the governments involved. However, the available Al Jazeera text is brief and video-focused, so key details remain unclear, including who is mediating, what concessions are being discussed, and whether either side has made formal commitments.