Ukrainian forces confirmed withdrawal from Russia's Kursk region in the morning, with multiple outlets reporting the retreat while Zelensky praised soldiers as "absolutely heroic." By afternoon, Zelensky announced a team to negotiate with Moscow.
The unexpected death of Barbara Skrzypek (66), Kaczyński's longtime assistant known as "Pani Basia," dominated evening coverage. PiS leaders claimed her death followed stressful interrogation by prosecutor Wrzosek regarding the "two towers" case, with Kaczyński alleging she was denied legal representation. The prosecutor's office quickly responded to these accusations.
Other key developments included Świątek's semifinal loss to Russian Andriejeva at Indian Wells, continued protest against Matecki's detention in Radom, and growing controversy about China's ownership of Gdynia port, with suggestions Poland might reclaim control. International reports focused on Trump ordering military operations in Yemen.