07:56 (06:56)⇢Trump Shields Orbán on Oil
⌨Italian media predominantly focuses on Donald Trump's meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, where Trump granted Hungary a one-year exemption from Russian oil sanctions, a move reportedly angering Zelensky (ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, La Stampa). Separately, the battle for Pokrovsk is described as difficult by Zelensky, with Russia preparing for a final siege (Adnkronos). The ongoing US government shutdown is also mentioned, with over 1,700 flights cancelled and consequences expected in Europe (Sky TG24).