The devastating Myanmar earthquake dominated coverage throughout the day as the death toll rose dramatically from 150 to over 1,000, with experts warning casualties could reach 10,000. Reports detailed 90 people trapped in a Mandalay building and 12 children killed in a collapsed school, while the military junta continued bombing rebel areas despite the disaster.
Prime Minister Meloni balanced relations with Europe and Trump at the Azione congress, stating "I stand with Italy, which stands with Europe" while defending Western unity. She criticized the idea of an EU "without defense like a hippie community," prompting Schlein to label the government "improvised."
By evening, Poste Italiane acquired Vivendi's 15% stake in Tim for €684 million, becoming the largest shareholder with nearly 25%. Israel launched ground operations in Rafah while admitting to striking ambulances in Gaza. Moscow announced Italian fighter Yuri Previtali's death in Ukraine, though later reports indicated he was alive.