NEW YORK (ITALPRESS/MNA) – On the sidelines of the ECAM Summit in New York, GKSD President and GSD (Gruppo San Donato) Vice President Kamel Ghribi held a bilateral meeting with Burkina Faso’s Prime Minister, Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo. The talks were described as highly constructive, focusing on cooperation in healthcare, infrastructure development, and youth empowerment.

Both leaders underscored the limitations of past approaches that have hindered prosperity, calling instead for a new vision based on equality in partnerships, mutual respect, and shared objectives. Particular emphasis was placed on the role of young people, recognized as the driving force behind sustainable progress.

“Now is the time to look boldly to the future, with concrete and successful projects in Burkina Faso,” Ghribi said at the conclusion of the meeting. “Through ECAM, together with GKSD, we will provide technical expertise and training across key sectors. But above all, we must invest in young people, who represent the true foundation of prosperity. Without real opportunities for the new generations, no social or economic progress can take root.”

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – A year later, Aston Villa and Bologna meet again. No longer in the Champions League, but in the Europa League. In diametrically opposed situations. Bologna, with six points from four league games, are enjoying a good run of form; Aston Villa appear to be in a deep crisis, especially at a corporate level, with three points from five games, and sporting director Monchi seems determined to leave the club after several disagreements with manager Unai Emery.

On the pitch, the Spanish manager is expected to use the same 4-2-3-1 formation as Italiano, aiming to improve his scoring potential, given that he has only scored twice in the league. Emery is missing the two Belgian midfielders, Tielemans and Onana. “We’re facing Bologna,” he said, “a very strong team. Last year they played in the Champions League against us. We won here, but it was a difficult match. They have the same coach, most of the same players, and a clear, aggressive style of play, with plenty of one-on-ones. It will be a difficult match.”

From opponents to ambitions, because to recover from problems you still need to look ahead with conviction: “Our goal,” Emery continued, “is to try to be protagonists in this competition. Winning is difficult, but experiencing the journey as protagonists is truly exciting”.

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NEW YORK (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – The Head of Government of Morocco, Aziz Akhannouch, declared that the Autonomy Plan under Moroccan sovereignty constitutes the only realistic and lasting solution to the regional dispute over the Sahara.

Speaking at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Akhannouch highlighted the international momentum in support of the Autonomy Plan and Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. The Prime Minister recalled that a broad majority of the international community views the Moroccan proposal as the sole pragmatic and credible basis for definitively resolving the dispute.

This support, he stated, confirms that it is time to turn the page on what he described as an “artificial conflict,” in full respect of national sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the Kingdom. He further drew attention to the socio-economic transformation underway in the Saharan provinces, driven by the new development model and Atlantic initiatives launched by the Moroccan Sovereign. These regions, he emphasized, are emerging as a strategic platform in the service of peace, security, and co-development.
Finally, the Head of Government reiterated Morocco’s full support for the efforts of the United Nations Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy to achieve a definitive settlement of the Sahara dispute.

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NEW YORK (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Morocco, Nasser Bourita, held a working meeting yesterday in New York with the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General of the United Nations for the Sahara, Staffan De Mistura.

The meeting formed part of the consultations initiated by Mr. De Mistura in preparation for the forthcoming deliberations of the United Nations Security Council scheduled for October. During the exchange, Minister Bourita reaffirmed Morocco’s steadfast position, grounded exclusively in the Moroccan Autonomy Initiative, within the framework of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

On this occasion, Morocco also reiterated its support for the efforts of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and his Personal Envoy. The discussions further addressed the most recent international developments reinforcing recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and of the Autonomy Initiative, considered the sole basis for reaching a lasting political settlement to the regional dispute. This approach currently enjoys the backing of more than 123 UN Member States, including 24 Member States of the European Union.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The Autism Advisory Council (AAC) has urged caution after US President Donald Trump claimed doctors will soon be advised against prescribing Tylenol, the US brand name for paracetamol, over alleged links to autism.

Trump’s statement was swiftly disputed by medical experts, health officials and doctors, who said there is no clear evidence connecting paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism.

In Malta, the AAC noted that while studies have raised questions, none prove a direct causal link. They stressed that the fact some women used paracetamol in pregnancy and later had children with autism does not establish causation without consistent data.

The council cited a Harvard/Mount Sinai review of 46 studies, where only 27 showed “some kind of association.” Researchers concluded the results were too inconsistent to draw conclusions, with the lead author comparing the correlation to ice cream sales and crime rates rising together in summer.

The AAC also reminded that the European Medicines Agency has not changed its official guidance on paracetamol use during pregnancy.

Presenting unproven theories as fact is “unprofessional and unfair,” the AAC said, warning such claims could burden mothers with unnecessary guilt.

The council also addressed ongoing discussions about leucovorin, a supplement currently restricted to chemotherapy patients in Malta. While some research suggests it may improve speech in minimally verbal children with autism, the AAC said findings remain “early and anecdotal.”

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Watching from the sidelines in the Champions League isn’t ideal, but Federico Chiesa has no intention of giving up and plans to seize every chance to prove he deserves a spot at Liverpool.

The former Juventus forward was decisive last night in the League Cup, providing two assists in the 2-1 win over Southampton, and in the Premier League he has impressed every time he has come off the bench in four appearances.

“I feel better, physically and mentally,” he told English media. “In the Carabao Cup I get more opportunities to play, but I want to show the manager that I can play more also in the Premier League. The coach gave me some chances in the first four rounds, and I think I showed I can help the team. I’m not on the Champions League list, but right now I’m focused on the League Cup.”

In fact, should Leoni’s injury prove serious enough to sideline him for more than 60 days, UEFA regulations would allow Chiesa to be added to the squad in his place.

“The coach explained to me why he made his decision,” Chiesa said, referring to his exclusion from the 22-man roster for the Champions League group stage. “Of course, I’m disappointed not to be there—playing in the Champions League is every player’s dream. But I told the manager: ‘Ok, no problem. I’ll keep working hard and I’ll take the chances I get in the Carabao Cup and Premier League.’ I’m a professional, I play for Liverpool and that’s incredible. I feel indebted to this club: in these first matches I’ve given something back, and I want to keep doing that.”

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BUENOS AIRES (ARGENTINA) (ITALPRESS) – From 32 to 48, but why stop there? That seems to be FIFA’s thinking, as the organization is reportedly ready to back CONMEBOL’s proposal to expand the World Cup from 48 to 64 national teams, according to Argentine outlet Olé.

The 2026 edition will be the first with 48 teams, but the following tournament—set to take place in 2030 in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco (with three matches hosted in South America across Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay)—could see an additional 16 sides, bringing the total to 64.

The proposal was put forward by CONMEBOL and has already received the support of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. After all, the head of world football has in the past expressed his approval for further expansion.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Palestinian Ambassador to Malta, Fadi Hanania, has hailed Malta’s recognition of the State of Palestine as a “historic step,” expressing deep gratitude toward the Maltese government and Prime Minister.

Speaking to the national TV station, Hanania described the decision as “hope – like the sunrise after a long and bitter night,” echoing words once used by late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. “We are very, very grateful for this historic step … this recognition gives us hope,” he said.

The Ambassador acknowledged that the move does not immediately change the reality in Gaza, but stressed it could increase international pressure on Israel. “As much pressure as we can put on Israel to stop the war against our people in Gaza … to allow humanitarian aid … and to stop illegal settlements, the better,” he stated.

Hanania also underlined Malta’s long-standing ties with Palestine, noting that this decision comes after 50 years of relations between the two nations. He appealed to Europe to follow suit, arguing that “Europe has a moral and legal obligation” under the two-state solution endorsed by the United Nations.

Concluding, Hanania urged the global community to support a Palestinian state based on 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. “It’s time for the international community to work for this goal,” he said.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – A very eventful Tuesday evening in Nice. According to L’Equipe, on the eve of Nice-Roma, a match scheduled for this evening and valid for the first matchday of the Europa League, incidents occurred in the center of the French city. According to the newspaper’s website, citing police sources, 102 Roma supporters, some found in “possession of weapons,” were arrested.

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Liverpool face a wait to see if Giovanni Leoni suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. The 18-year-old defender, who made his starting debut for Liverpool in the League Cup victory against Southampton, played a great match, but in the 78th minute he suffered a knee injury that raised fears of the worst. The former Parma centre-back left the field in the 81st minute on a stretcher and in tears.

“We’ll have to wait to understand what happened and what type of injury it is. I think an MRI scan will be needed,” said the manager of the English champions, Arne Slot, at the end of the match. “Usually, a player’s emotions after injuries say a lot… let’s hope for the best.” Federico Chiesa also appeared very worried about his young teammate. Decisive with his assists (the first for Isak, the second for Ekitike, who scored the final 2-1 goal in the 86th minute before being sent off for a second yellow card), the Italian striker immediately went to the locker room after the match to check on Leoni’s condition.

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