Biden's authorization for Ukraine to use ATACMS against Russian targets dominated morning coverage, with Moscow threatening response and Zelenskyy promising action. By midday, reports revealed Bundeswehr preparations of private sector for potential war scenarios, while Berlin concluded budget negotiations with significant cuts.
The afternoon brought revelations of China's suspected drone support for Russia, prompting Baerbock to warn of consequences. Scholz maintained his refusal to supply Taurus missiles despite mounting pressure, leading to increased isolation from allies and internal SPD criticism.
Evening coverage focused on the SPD leadership crisis, as party members debated replacing Scholz with Pistorius as chancellor candidate. The Nord Stream investigation gained attention when an alleged perpetrator dismissed German economic damages as "insignificant." Audi's China strategy and VW's workforce concerns closed the day's economic reporting.