Regional elections in Liguria dominated the news cycle. Early exit polls showed a tight race between Marco Bucci of the center-right and Andrea Orlando of the center-left. Throughout the day, projections fluctuated, maintaining tension. By evening, Bucci emerged victorious, securing the governorship. The Democratic Party (PD) became the largest party, while the Five Star Movement (M5S) suffered significant losses. In parallel, the data theft scandal involving high-ranking officials continued to unfold, with over 800,000 individuals reportedly affected. The Iran-Israel conflict remained in focus, with Iran threatening "bitter consequences" for Israel's actions. Volkswagen's plans to close factories in Germany also garnered attention for potential economic implications.