Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election continued to dominate Italian media. Biden's concession speech emphasized peaceful transition and respect for election results. Putin congratulated Trump, expressing readiness to discuss Ukraine and declaring the end of the previous world order. Trump reciprocated, stating they would likely speak. Domestically, a breakthrough in the 14-year-old Vassallo murder case led to four arrests, including a carabinieri colonel. Prime Minister Meloni, despite illness, continued working from Budapest. The Bank of England and Federal Reserve both cut interest rates. Beko's potential closure of three Whirlpool plants in Italy raised concerns about job losses. The day concluded with increasing focus on the geopolitical implications of Trump's win, particularly regarding U.S.-Russia relations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.