German media heavily focused on the diplomatic follow-up to the Trump-Putin Alaska summit. Initial morning reports indicated a potential tripartite summit with Zelenskyy and highlighted Trump's perceived setbacks. Later, the day centered on Chancellor Merz and EU President von der Leyen's confirmed attendance with Zelenskyy for talks with Trump in Washington, signaling a unified European front. Discussions revealed Putin's alleged demands, including territorial concessions and language rights for peace, which outlets largely deemed devastating for Kyiv. Critiques emerged regarding Europe's perceived impotence in stopping Putin and the necessity for European action. Towards the evening, reports suggested Putin might accept security guarantees for Ukraine, an "historic" concession, though Kyiv expressed mixed feelings. The ambiguous outcomes of the Alaska summit and the implications for European policy remained central themes throughout the day.