Editors led with President Trump's consideration of declaring victory in the Iran war without a nuclear deal, potentially in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This narrative dominated from morning through evening, with outlets reporting Trump's 'low keying' approach and willingness to extend the ceasefire permanently. Concurrently, Prime Minister Netanyahu's formal rejection of the US-backed 15-point Gaza plan drew sustained attention, as he insisted on full Hamas disarmament before any IDF withdrawal. The day also saw a tragic series of accidents claiming the lives of four children and teens, covered prominently but secondary to the geopolitical shifts. By evening, polls showed Netanyahu's bloc gaining a seat, while reports of a secret Syria-Lebanon channel mediated by Turkey added to the regional realignment story.