The long-negotiated minerals deal between Ukraine and the US dominated coverage, described as "much better" than initially proposed and a "clear signal to Russia." By midday, details emerged showing Americans would get priority access to Ukrainian resources, though without security guarantees. The agreement followed Trump's approval of the first weapons export to Ukraine since taking office.
Financial markets continued experiencing turmoil from Trump's tariffs, with Chinese exports to the US reportedly "collapsed" a month after his "Liberation Day" declaration. European anti-fraud prosecutor Laura Kövesi warned that VAT fraudsters face minimal consequences within the EU.
By evening, a fatal shooting at a Rijswijk hotel terrace captured attention, with reports indicating the victim was a Turkish murder suspect. The day concluded with riots in Scheveningen, where hundreds of youths fought and police were pelted with stones after clearing the boulevard.