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Friedrich Merz addresses the summer press conference, emphasizing stability and framing recent compromises as successes of the democratic center. Roderich Kiesewetter criticizes Trump's inconsistent Iran policy and advocates for blocking Iranian financial flows and Hezbollah's disarmament. The Foreign Office under Johann Wadephul introduces new language rules banning special characters in official communications.

The Strait of Hormuz, blockaded for nearly four months, shows signs of reopening as Donald Trump pressures for an Iran agreement. However, the potential diplomatic progress might strengthen Iran's regime, with discussions focusing on frozen funds, nuclear programs, and regional security concerns involving groups like Hezbollah and Israel.