German editors focused on the unexpected announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, made just before Trump's ultimatum deadline expired. Early coverage highlighted the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a key condition and the surprise nature of the pause. Throughout the day, analysis shifted to the ceasefire's fragility, with multiple outlets questioning its sustainability and highlighting continued attacks despite the agreement. Economic consequences dominated midday reporting as oil prices crashed and the DAX surged in response. Evening coverage centered on immediate challenges to the truce, with Iran threatening to end the ceasefire and blockade the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon, while German sources analyzed the changing nature of the Iran war and domestic political reactions.