⌨The SPD's proposed tax reform dominated discussions, with critics calling it "below the belt" campaigning against Merz. Economic concerns intensified as gas prices surged and experts scrutinized the government's pension reform plans. The Ampel coalition announced further relief measures, particularly benefiting retirees. In foreign affairs, Trump gained ground in US election polls, while Ukraine reported advancements against Russian positions. The awarding of the Nobel Prize in Economics to researchers focused on inequality sparked debates about wealth distribution. By evening, attention shifted to a Nations League match, where Germany secured a victory over the Netherlands with a debut goal from Leweling.