Trump claims that talks regarding a war with Iran are occurring during a lull…

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What we can confirm

Multiple reputable news organizations report that President Donald Trump publicly stated that talks or negotiations regarding the war with Iran are taking place during a pause or lull in US military strikes, and they quote him to that effect. These outlets describe the same situation: after nearly two weeks of US strikes and retaliatory attacks, Trump announced or commented that there is a temporary halt in strikes and that negotiations or talks are ongoing during this pause. Iran and Iranian officials often deny that formal negotiations are occurring, but they do not dispute that Trump made these claims; instead they contest the substance of his characterization. There is abundant, consistent reporting that Trump made statements matching the claim.

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Checked July 28, 2026 · we'll re-check as this develops