Former politician Janusz Palikot was arrested by the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau (CBA) and charged with eight counts of fraud involving over 5,000 people and 70 million zlotys. The prosecutor's office requested his detention, with a court decision expected soon. Palikot's arrest dominated the news cycle, overshadowing other developments. The Ministry of Defense announced a record defense budget, while the opposition criticized the government's flood response. Iga Świątek unexpectedly ended her collaboration with coach Tomasz Wiktorowski, sparking speculation about her future. The European Court of Justice ruled on gender identity recognition across EU countries. Political tensions continued, with discussions about potential party mergers and changes in government positions.