Michel Barnier's efforts to form a new government dominated the news cycle. Throughout the day, he conducted final consultations with political groups, culminating in a meeting with President Macron in the evening. Barnier proposed a 38-member cabinet, including 16 full ministers, with a mix of right-wing and centrist figures. Notable nominations included Bruno Retailleau for Interior and Sébastien Lecornu for Defense. Laurent Wauquiez declined the Finance Ministry. Tensions between Barnier and Macron's camp were reported, particularly regarding potential tax increases. The government announcement was postponed to "before Sunday." In other news, new evidence emerged in the Lina disappearance case, with her DNA found on ropes in the suspect's car. Hezbollah leader Nasrallah acknowledged a "severe blow" from recent explosions targeting their communication devices in Lebanon.