Elon Musk's declaration that Ukraine's frontline would collapse without Starlink dominated coverage, escalating into a diplomatic incident when he called Poland's foreign minister an "ometto" after suggestions of finding alternatives. By afternoon, Musk partially retreated, promising never to shut down Ukrainian terminals.
Russia continued advancing in Ukraine, capturing three villages in Kursk and Sumy regions, exploiting what papers described as a weakened Ukrainian position following Trump's intelligence suspension, now controlling one-fifth of Ukrainian territory.
Von der Leyen outlined her 100-day Commission report, indicating openness to common European debt for defense funding, aligning with her previous €800 billion ReArm Europe plan. Italian newspapers reported Defense Ministry plans to recruit 40,000 additional soldiers.
Pope Francis showed slight improvement with a "tranquil night" at Gemelli Hospital, managing to participate in Curia spiritual exercises via video connection.