The morning began with widespread reporting of a Gaza ceasefire agreement, scheduled to start Sunday. By midmorning, Netanyahu halted the vote, claiming Hamas altered conditions, while continuing bombardments killed over 70 Palestinians. The pause highlighted the fragility of peace negotiations.
Domestic coverage focused on the government's gift of a €15 million Paris palace to PNV, while PSOE continued negotiations with Junts over the confidence vote mechanism. The ILO released data showing Spain's relatively low wage gap between highest and lowest earners.
Evening news brought confirmation that the ceasefire vote would proceed Friday, despite ongoing disputes. Barcelona announced plans to reduce private vehicle usage by 25% within five years, while Real Madrid advanced in Copa del Rey after a dramatic 5-2 extra-time victory over Celta.