Merz welcomes U.S.-Iran ceasefire brokered by Pakistan.

Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, calling it an important step toward ending the war. He thanked Pakistan for helping to make the deal happen and said that only long-term diplomacy can stop a global energy crisis and keep the region stable. Germany promised to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open for navigation and work with other countries to keep the peace.