VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Home Affairs and Security Minister Glenn Bedingfield met Libyan Interior Minister Emad Al-Trabelsi during a visit to Libya to discuss irregular migration, security and bilateral cooperation.

The meeting took place on the first day of Bedingfield’s visit, with the minister highlighting Libya’s strategic importance to Malta and Europe as a key country along the Mediterranean migration route.

Bedingfield stressed the need for continued cooperation to tackle irregular migration and combat human trafficking networks. He also thanked Al-Trabelsi for the cooperation extended to Malta and called for further collaboration through ongoing dialogue and practical action.

Cooperation between Malta and Libya also covers law enforcement, maritime surveillance and sea rescue operations, with both countries seeking to strengthen the capabilities of their respective authorities.

During the visit, Bedingfield is also scheduled to meet the Libyan prime minister to discuss bilateral relations, particularly security and irregular migration.

A training programme for Libyan authorities is also being planned, with an indicative budget of €500,000.

The programme is expected to cover law enforcement, small boat handling, boat and engine maintenance, maritime operations and the coordination of sea rescue operations.

In a statement, the Ministry for Home Affairs and Security said it would continue working to strengthen relations with other countries and promote cooperation aimed at delivering concrete results in security and efforts to combat irregular migration.

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CAIRO (EGYPT) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – One year after the Sharm el-Sheikh peace summit, Egypt reaffirms its commitment to consolidating peace in the Middle East and promoting a political solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on the two-state solution.

According to a statement from the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cairo renews its full support for US President Donald Trump’s efforts to implement the peace plan for Gaza and confirms its commitment to coordinating with Washington and with regional and international partners to consolidate the ceasefire, ensure the continuous flow of humanitarian aid, complete the Israeli withdrawal from the Strip, and launch the second phase of the plan, including early recovery and reconstruction efforts.

Egypt also emphasizes the need to seize the opportunity presented by the plan to initiate a credible political process, address the root causes of the conflict, and prevent further escalations.

The goal is a just and lasting peace, based on the creation of an independent Palestinian state within the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, while respecting the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and the security of all peoples in the region.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Controversy continues to swirl in England regarding the relationship between British politician Andy Burnham and the executives of Manchester City, a club accused of over 100 breaches of Premier League rules.

Burnham—who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester until June—had expressed concern over the possibility that the club’s Emirati owners might decide to sell, and had pledged to soon release details of his meetings with City’s management.

However, pending such clarifications, ‘The Sun’ has published further reports on the relationship between Emirati executive Khaldoon Al Mubarak and Burnham, alleging that the two met on several occasions in a luxury suite at the Etihad Stadium. Furthermore—and more seriously, according to the British tabloid—the politician reportedly accepted gifts funded by City with a total value of nearly £1,200 (approximately €1,400).

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Controversy continues to swirl in England regarding the relationship between British politician Andy Burnham and the executives of Manchester City, a club accused of over 100 breaches of Premier League rules.

Burnham—who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester until June—had expressed concern over the possibility that the club’s Emirati owners might decide to sell, and had pledged to soon release details of his meetings with City’s management.

However, pending such clarifications, ‘The Sun’ has published further reports on the relationship between Emirati executive Khaldoon Al Mubarak and Burnham, alleging that the two met on several occasions in a luxury suite at the Etihad Stadium. Furthermore—and more seriously, according to the British tabloid—the politician reportedly accepted gifts funded by City with a total value of nearly £1,200 (approximately €1,400).

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MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – “I think winning tomorrow will require a perfect performance. We’ll give it a shot and do our best.” That is what Enzo Maresca told Sky Sport on the eve of the Champions League clash between Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain, scheduled for tomorrow. The coach highlighted the importance of the victory secured at Anfield against Liverpool in their last Premier League match: “It was important to win; it’s never easy at Liverpool. It felt great afterwards, but we were happy above all about the win.” Maresca acknowledged that “the situation surrounding the club is complicated right now,” though he added that the team remains calm. Regarding PSG, the coach pointed out the ongoing evolution of the squad led by Luis Enrique: “It’s a team that has constantly evolved, because that is something Luis Enrique is always inclined to do.”

City’s Italian manager also spoke about Gianluigi Donnarumma, the former PSG goalkeeper: “We played at Anfield on Sunday; I saw him yesterday, though I haven’t spoken to him yet. Gigio is always very positive and happy whenever we talk about PSG.” Finally, regarding the pressure and speculation surrounding the club, the manager clarified: “We know that a lot of people are talking right now and that many would like to see a definitive ruling against the club, but we don’t feel like it’s ‘us against the world.’ We try to focus on what we can do—which is simply try to win matches.”

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MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – “It is one of the best matches you can play; for us, it is a source of motivation. We know that facing the reigning champions is a major incentive for our opponents as well. These are two of the six, seven, or eight teams capable of winning the Champions League.” This was stated by Luis Enrique, the Paris Saint-Germain manager, on the eve of the match against Manchester City. Regarding the situation involving the English club, the Spanish coach said: “I have no information about what is happening at City. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty.” Finally, he shared a thought on Gianluigi Donnarumma, the former PSG goalkeeper: “We know him very well; he is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. I have also had the good fortune of getting to know Gigi as a person, and I am happy to be able to give him a hug tomorrow.”

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – The Polisario has launched a harsh attack against Staffan de Mistura, the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for the Sahara, just weeks before the Security Council is set to review the dossier again.

In a statement released in New York on October 12—following a letter sent by Polisario leader Brahim Ghali to Secretary-General António Guterres—the movement challenged remarks attributed to De Mistura during the Security Council’s closed-door consultations on October 8, accusing him of deviating from the principle of neutrality.

Criticism focused in particular on two aspects of the Personal Envoy’s remarks. According to the Moroccan daily Le360, De Mistura explicitly identified—for the first time—the Polisario’s refusal to seriously consider the autonomy plan as a major obstacle to advancing the political process following rounds of talks held this year in Madrid and Washington. The Polisario also objects to the Personal Envoy’s support for the framework of Resolution 2797 and for autonomy as the basis for future discussions.

Consequently, the Front raised the possibility of reconsidering its cooperation with De Mistura should the current direction of the mediation efforts continue.

This stance comes as the Security Council prepares to review the renewal of the MINURSO mandate, which expires on October 31. Resolution 2797, adopted on October 31, 2025, supports negotiations under United Nations auspices based on the Moroccan autonomy proposal, with the aim of reaching a final, mutually acceptable political solution. The text also acknowledges that a form of genuine autonomy could represent a viable outcome.

It is precisely this approach that has become a major point of contention between the Polisario and the Personal Envoy. According to Le360, the movement views the assessments made on October 8 as a sign of alignment with a specific interpretation of Resolution 2797 and disputes being held responsible for the negotiating stalemate.

In recent weeks, Algiers has also shown keen interest in the evolution of the dossier. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune stated that Algeria would not be “more Sahrawi than the Sahrawis,” while Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf expressed concern regarding developments in the matter.

Attention is now focused on the upcoming Security Council resolution and the indications that will emerge regarding the continuation of the political process.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – A Malta-registered Corendon Airlines plane issued an emergency signal today while flying over Croatia. The aircraft was subsequently directed to land in Nuremberg, Germany. Maltese Transport Minister Chris Bonett announced the incident, stating that the plane continued along its planned route and landed safely in Nuremberg at approximately 10:16 AM. “Investigations suggest the signal was transmitted due to a malfunction in the radio communication system,” Bonett said. The Boeing 737 was operating a scheduled flight from the Greek island of Corfu to Nuremberg, Germany, when the signal was sent. The Maltese minister added that neither the passengers nor the crew were ever in danger.

According to international media reports, the incident occurred amidst concerns raised earlier that morning regarding the possible sighting of a drone near Nuremberg Airport. Three pilots reportedly stated, independently of one another, that they had spotted an object resembling a drone during takeoff or landing operations at the airport. Airport authorities, border police, and German air traffic control immediately launched a search, supported by a police helicopter; however, no drone was found. Finally, Croatian media reported that a Croatian Rafale fighter jet intercepted the aircraft when the signal was issued and escorted it out of Croatian airspace.

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TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS) – There are over a thousand Italian companies operating in Tunisia across various sectors, while innovation and startups “can open up new opportunities for collaboration” between the two countries. This was stated by the Italian Ambassador to Tunis, Alessandro Prunas, in an interview with the Italpress agency on the sidelines of Big Tech Africa.

The event, dedicated to technology, innovation, and investment in Africa, is scheduled for October 13 and 14 at the Cité de la Culture in Tunis. “Innovation is our future, and in the Mediterranean region, we must build that future together,” Prunas affirmed, noting that “Tunisia has a very interesting startup and innovation ecosystem—and, of course, so do we.” For this reason, he added, “expanding the scope through exchanges between our two countries can only be mutually beneficial.”

The ambassador highlighted the long-standing and diverse presence of Italian companies in Tunisia, while also touching upon the evolution of production sectors. “There is a strong textile component, as it was traditionally a driving force; today, the textile sector may be experiencing a slowdown, while other sectors are becoming increasingly important,” he observed. Finally, Prunas emphasized the value of Tunisian expertise beyond manufacturing.

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“Tunisia has manufacturing capacity, but it is much more than that; Tunisia also possesses talent—a wealth of intellectual capital—that Italy can certainly count on,” he declared, adding that Tunisia can also rely on Italy, with the goal of “forging a partnership that benefits everyone.” According to Prunas, the geographical proximity and historical ties between Tunisia and Italy foster ongoing collaboration aimed at addressing shared challenges and identifying joint solutions across various sectors. “The ties are historic,” Prunas stated.

“It is therefore our duty to work together to find mutually agreeable solutions in all areas,” he added. The ambassador clarified that cooperation between the two countries is not limited to technology and innovation—the focus of today’s event—but extends to every aspect of their bilateral relations.

“While we are focusing on innovation today, this approach applies equally to any other field,” he remarked. During the interview, Prunas also highlighted the role of Italian companies operating in Tunisia and the importance of leveraging the expertise of both nations through mutually beneficial exchanges and partnerships. Italy’s participation in Big Tech Africa is part of this cooperative framework, aiming to facilitate connections among companies, startups, institutions, and stakeholders from both innovation ecosystems.

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