LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Marcos Senesi will remain in the Premier League. Having become a free agent after leaving AFC Bournemouth, the defender has signed for Tottenham Hotspur F.C., managed by Roberto De Zerbi, who officially announced the signing without disclosing the length of the contract.

The 29-year-old Argentine, who had previously been linked with Italian clubs such as AS Roma and Juventus FC, has played for San Lorenzo de Almagro and Feyenoord before establishing himself at Bournemouth.

“It’s a really special feeling to be a Tottenham player,” Senesi said. “The club immediately showed that they believe in me, and I can’t wait to begin this new experience. I will give everything to make the fans proud and help bring the club back to where it belongs. I want to win trophies with Tottenham, and I will do everything possible to achieve that.”

Manager De Zerbi added: “Marcos’ experience, technical quality, and determination will strengthen us defensively while also giving us tactical flexibility. He is comfortable in a team that prefers possession-based football, reads the game very well, and has the right personality to excel in a competitive environment. I also greatly appreciate his mentality and his constant desire to improve. I look forward to working with him and seeing the significant contribution he can make to the team.”

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta Customs, in a joint operation with the police, seized 113 kilograms of cocaine hidden inside nine industrial pistons found in a container that had arrived from Costa Rica and was destined for Libya.

The operation was carried out on Tuesday evening after suspicions were raised about the container’s contents at the Malta Freeport. The pistons were cut open in the presence of police officers to allow the illicit substance to be extracted.

Authorities said the street value of the cocaine is estimated to exceed €12 million.

The drugs were confiscated by the police, who immediately launched investigations and began questioning individuals as part of efforts to identify those responsible and bring them before the courts.

Officials noted that investments made in recent years in Malta Customs, including advanced scanners and other sophisticated equipment, have strengthened the country’s ability to combat drug trafficking. These investments have contributed to a number of major drug seizures at both the Malta Freeport and Malta International Airport.

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EL JADIDA (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita reiterated that the fight against terrorism and transnational threats in Africa must be based on a coordinated, multilateral African vision, inspired by the guidance of King Mohammed VI. According to MAP news agency, the remarks took place at the fifth High-Level Meeting of the Heads of African Counter-Terrorism and Security Agencies of the “Marrakech Platform,” jointly organized by Morocco and the United Nations Office on Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) in the Moroccan city of El Jadida. According to Bourita, the Royal Vision is based on the principle that Africa must be able to independently develop responses to its own security challenges, through strengthened cooperation among the continent’s states and greater sharing of expertise, information, and operational resources.

The minister emphasized that security is an essential condition for economic development, political stability, and regional integration in Africa. Recalling the evolving terrorist threat on the continent, Bourita noted that Africa continues to be one of the regions most affected by international terrorism. He also highlighted the need to adapt counter-terrorism strategies to new forms of threat, making greater use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and advanced surveillance systems. The Moroccan diplomat praised the steady growth of the Marrakech Platform, which over the years has become one of Africa’s main coordination tools in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism.

The platform, launched in 2022, promotes institutional capacity building, information exchange, and operational cooperation among African countries. Bourita also emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership between Morocco and the UN Office for Africa (UNOCT), recalling the role of the Rabat-based UN Office for Africa in strengthening African countries’ capacities in security and counter-terrorism. For the Moroccan minister, the response to the threats facing the continent cannot be limited to a security approach, but must include human development, education, prevention of radicalization, and the strengthening of state institutions. This strategy is fully in line with the Royal Vision for a stable, prosperous Africa capable of taking a central role in managing its own destiny.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – The fifth High-Level Meeting of Heads of African Counterterrorism and Security Agencies, organized under the “Marrakech Platform,” an initiative co-chaired by the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Nations Office on Counterterrorism (UNOCT), has opened in the Moroccan city of El Jadida. According to the Moroccan news agency MAP, the meeting is attended by some forty African countries and 90 observer delegations from Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East. The event brings together the heads of the main security agencies on the African continent, along with representatives of regional and international organizations, with the aim of strengthening coordination and cooperation in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism.

During the meeting, participants will examine the evolving terrorist threat in Africa, characterized by the growing adaptability of extremist groups, the use of new technologies, and the expansion of transnational criminal networks fueling instability and insecurity in various regions of the continent. The meeting also aims to promote the exchange of information and best operational practices, strengthen the capacities of African institutions, and develop common response mechanisms to emerging threats. Special attention is paid to strengthening cooperation between security services and developing shared strategies to prevent radicalization and counter terrorist financing.

Launched in 2022, the Marrakech Platform has gradually established itself as one of the main tools for African security cooperation. Following events in Marrakech, Tangier, Fez, and Agadir, the mechanism continues to consolidate its role as a privileged forum for dialogue, coordination, and capacity building in countering terrorist threats affecting the continent. According to the organizers, the growing participation of African countries and international partners demonstrates the trust placed in this initiative and the need for a coordinated African response to an increasingly transnational and complex threat.

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LISBON (PORTUGAL) (ITALPRESS) – Marco Silva will succeed Josè Mourinho as Benfica coach. The Portuguese club announced that “it has reached an agreement with Marco Silva for the signature of a two-year contract, extendable until 2028/29.” After five seasons at Fulham, the 48-year-old manager is ready to return to Portugal, where during his career he coached Estoril Praia and Sporting Lisbon, before further stints abroad at Olympiakos, Hull City, Watford, and Everton.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Barcelona will not pay the €30 million expected to buy Marcus Rashford, who arrived on loan from Manchester United last summer. Marca reports. The purchase of Anthony Gordon, for which €80 million was paid to Newcastle, convinced Barcelona not to buy the English player. According to the Spanish newspaper, the decisive factor was the opinion of coach Hansi Flick, who believes the left flank is covered, given that he also has Raphinha.

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AUBURN (USA) (ITALPRESS) – Another record in a legendary career. With his penalty against Iceland in a friendly, Leo Messi became the oldest goalscorer (38 years, 11 months, and 18 days) in Argentina’s national team history, surpassing Ángel Labruna’s previous record set in 1957.

“I don’t think about records or individual statistics, but only about the team’s results. I’m enjoying the moment,” explained the Argentine ace, who turns 39 on June 24, after a warm-up test ahead of his World Cup debut, scheduled for the night of June 16-17 against Algeria.

“I’m enjoying myself. Today I really wanted to play after the physical discomfort I’ve been experiencing recently. I had the opportunity to find my rhythm, get some minutes, and feel good,” explained Messi, who came on as a substitute in the 70th minute.

“We have a week left to get back into shape and arrive at our debut in the best possible condition,” he added. “I always want to win and be competitive. If this group hadn’t been so strong, it would have been very difficult to achieve everything we’ve achieved.”

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – “I’m still young and I think I can return to Europe without any problems in the future.“ Former AC Milan full-back Theo Hernandez, now under contract with Al-Hilal, said this in an interview with AS a few days before his France team’s World Cup debut, scheduled for June 16 at 9 p.m. against Senegal.

“People think that the level of players in Saudi Arabia inevitably drops. But if you analyze the players, that’s not the case. Now the level is even higher and continues to rise. I don’t think my level will drop,” the winger added. France is dreaming of World Cup glory:

“Everyone says we’re the favorites to win, but winning a World Cup is not easy at all. There are many teams playing at a very high level. We have to take it one step at a time,” he added.

It will be Didier Deschamps’s last World Cup as coach, and the future of the Bleus bench is likely to be led by Zinedine Zidane: “I had him at Real Madrid. I think he’s a great coach and a good person. We’ll see what happens,” concluded Theo Hernandez.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Prime Minister Robert Abela has revealed that discussions are underway to establish direct flights between Malta and China, as the government seeks to strengthen the country’s global connectivity and attract new economic opportunities.

Speaking about Malta’s aviation strategy, Abela said the talks with Chinese stakeholders are part of broader efforts to open the island to emerging international markets. He stressed, however, that the recently launched direct air connection with New York already represents a significant milestone for the country.

Abela said the government remains committed to improving air links with key global destinations, adding that greater connectivity is essential for sustaining economic growth and enhancing Malta’s competitiveness on the international stage.

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – Former UEFA President Michel Platini has initiated civil and criminal proceedings against FIFA and its current president, Gianni Infantino, in relation to corruption allegations from 2015 that, according to the former France and Juventus player, compromised his candidacy for the world federation’s leadership. The criminal complaint, filed in French courts, accuses Infantino and two former FIFA officials of “malicious persecution,” according to the BBC. In a separate civil action, Platini, 70, is seeking financial compensation from FIFA for alleged attempts to obstruct his election as president.

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