ROME (ITALPRESS) – A U.S. delegation will visit Libya on June 18, starting its trip in the capital, Tripoli, and then proceeding to the Parliament in Benghazi. This was announced by Ali Takbali, a member of the Libyan Parliament, to the Italpress news agency.

Takbali explained that during the visit, the delegation will discuss the path toward the Berlin Conference, as well as the issue of the dismissal of former Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh. The visit comes at a time when the international community is preparing to hold a high-level meeting in the German capital, Berlin, on June 19, as part of ongoing efforts to overcome the political deadlock in Libya and to support United Nations initiatives for a comprehensive solution.

The Berlin meeting will focus on discussing a new political roadmap aimed at forming a unified government with international backing and local consensus, tasked with overseeing the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections within an estimated period of four to six months. This process could lead to the end of political division and the cessation of the two rival administrations led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh and Osama Hamad. These efforts reflect the international community’s desire to stabilize security and peace in Libya, opening a new phase that strengthens national institutions and fulfills the Libyan people’s aspirations for peace and development.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “I thank the president and the club for this opportunity. It’s a dream come true. I’m very happy and proud to be here and I can’t wait to show off myself in front of my new fans. I know it’s a big responsibility, but I’m ready to give my all. I want to win many titles, grow and enjoy playing alongside the best players in the world”.

This was said by the new Real Madrid player, Trent Alexander-Arnold during the presentation press conference alongside the club’s president, Florentino Perez. Nice words for Carvajal: “He’s a fantastic player and I have nothing but respect for everything he’s done at club and national level – added the former Liverpool player -. This can only be achieved with hard work and talent”.

On the first meeting with the coach Xabi Alonso: “I told him that he is an idol of mine and that working with him is a dream come true. We haven’t introduced ourselves formally yet, but we will do so in the next few days and at that time he will tell me what he expects from me. He is a new coach, he has to make the whole team understand his way of playing and this could take a bit of time, but he has already shown that he is an incredible coach and player”, added Alexander-Arnold.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta’s Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg today addressed the OSCE Permanent Council, outlining Malta’s key priorities as President of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe.

Speaking firmly against growing rhetoric that threatens human dignity, Borg emphasized Malta’s commitment to combating violence, discrimination, and upholding the core values that unite Europe. He stressed the need to strengthen cooperation between the OSCE and the Council of Europe for the benefit of the wider region.

Malta’s presidency comes at a significant moment, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights. Borg underscored the importance of safeguarding the Convention System and ensuring the protection of fundamental rights, especially for those who are vulnerable or marginalized.

Reaffirming Malta’s unwavering support for Ukraine, Borg highlighted the ongoing humanitarian impact of the war, particularly on children. Malta will organize a High-Level Stocktaking Conference focused on the needs of Ukrainian children.

Youth empowerment will also take center stage during Malta’s presidency. Borg announced a Ministerial Conference on Youth, where young people will actively participate alongside ministers to shape future policies.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, has begun private meetings with Nationalist Party (PN) MPs and officials to explore a potential return to Malta as party leader, sources told Times of Malta.

Metsola is reportedly open to leading the troubled opposition party but only if there is strong internal support for the significant changes she believes are necessary.

“She is speaking to MPs to assess how the PN can become a broad church party ready for government,” one source said.

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WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – In the United States, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the Treasury Department announced, in a statement released on Tuesday, June 10, sanctions against five individuals and five foreign-based charitable organizations accused of financing Hamas’s military wing and its terrorist activities. According to the Moroccan website Yabiladi, among these entities is an Algerian NGO, El Baraka.

“The Algerian charitable and humanitarian organization El Baraka diverted funds intended for humanitarian causes to support Hamas. As president of El Baraka, Ahmed Brahimi (Brahimi) ensured that funds raised by the organization—some of which came from unsuspecting donors who believed they were helping Palestinian civilians—were instead diverted for the benefit of Hamas,” the Treasury Department stated. “From now on, all assets and interests of the El Baraka Association and its president are frozen and must be reported to OFAC.”

The Algerian association El Baraka is very active in the Tindouf camps. Under the pretext of humanitarian programmes for the “Sahrawi refugees,” representatives of the NGO frequently visit the Polisario Front. The sanctions against El Baraka and its president, imposed by the Trump administration, coincide with the European Union’s announcement that Algeria has been added to the list of high-risk countries for money laundering.

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BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) (ITALPRESS) – The European Commission has officially added Algeria to the grey list of high-risk countries in terms of terrorism financing and money laundering. The measure, announced on Tuesday, requires EU member states to apply “enhanced vigilance” in financial transactions with the listed countries, in order to “protect the EU’s financial system.”

According to the Moroccan website Le360, the European Commission’s decision is based on a “thorough assessment” that takes into account the most recent available information, particularly the public statements of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and its updated list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring. The FATF had already added Algeria to its list last October, highlighting strategic deficiencies in preventing money laundering and terrorism financing.

Although President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has pledged regulatory adjustments, including the closure of the parallel currency market (“Square”), the promised reforms have not yet been effectively implemented.

The Commission also explained that its decision is based on field missions and bilateral meetings, which confirmed the lack of substantial progress.

At the same time, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions against the Algerian NGO El Baraka, accused of financing terrorist groups such as Hamas. El Baraka is also very active in the Tindouf refugee camps and is linked to the Polisario Front.

Brussels warns that without concrete action, Algeria risks not only prolonged inclusion on the grey list but also a possible move to the EU’s blacklist, alongside countries like Iran, North Korea, and Myanmar.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – A series of safety measures to protect players in an increasingly congested calendar. FIFPRO, the International Federation of Professional Footballers, has published a study to identify “safety standards based on the considered and independent opinions of medical and performance experts working in professional football and understanding the mental and physical stress to which players are subjected”, as stated by Prof. Dr. Vincent Gouttebarge, FIFPRO’s medical director.

“If we all agree that health comes first, then we should take steps to implement these safety measures”, he added. The document calls for a four-week summer break between seasons, two of which are completely free, with a one-week break also planned mid-season. Among the points also the request for a mandatory one-day rest per week. Fifpro also states that “when planning the calendar, it is appropriate to take into account the increasing number of trips, which can cause jet lag and fatigue”. Specific guarantees were also requested to protect youth footballers.

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ISTANBUL (TURKEY) (ITALPRESS) – From Bayern Munich to Galatasaray. This is the choice of Leroy Sané, 29-year-old German international who, with his contract with the Bavarians expiring, has signed a three-year contract with the Istanbul club.

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MILAN (ITALPRESS) – Tijjani Reijnders says goodbye to Milan. His transfer to Manchester City was finalized in recent days and he is ready to make himself available to Pep Guardiola, but without forgetting the Devil and his fans. In a post on social media, with photos and videos of him in red and black, the Dutch midfielder writes: “Playing at San Siro was a dream. From now on I will carry Milan in my heart and I will always be a red and black. Thank you very much and always Forza Milan”, writes Reijnders who then moves on to photos and videos, adding other phrases and starting with the fans.

“Playing for you and being part of your history was a dream because Milan means iconic players. It was an honor to be part of this family”. Then the words dedicated to the other members of the club: “Thank you for the trust that the directors, the staff and the teammates have had in me. They have given me the opportunity to play at the highest level and to become the player I am today. I am incredibly proud to have won my first major trophy here. To say that Milan will always have a special place in my heart is an understatement”.

“In this club I have really grown as a player and as a man. We have become parents of our little one here – he writes posting the photo of his son in his arms – and Milan is his hometown. All this in just two years. I can never thank you enough. With you we feel like family and family is forever. With love Ti”, concludes Rejinders posting as the last photo his classic celebration after a goal scored in the derby against Inter.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – After the defeat in Finland in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and in the midst of the Lewandowski case, Poland coach Michal Probierz has decided to say enough. The national coach has in fact resigned, as announced by the Polish Football Federation. After losing the captain’s armband by decision of the coach himself, the striker and symbol of Poland, Robert Lewandowski, announced that he would no longer wear the national team’s jersey as long as Probierz was in charge. Today the resignation and the letter to the Polish people of the now ex-coach arrived.

“I have come to the conclusion that, in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team is to resign from my position as coach. Carrying out this role has represented the realization of my professional dreams and the greatest honor of my life – said Michal Probierz -. I would like to thank all the employees of the Football Federation. I have always been able to count on each of them, I thank the president and the board of directors of the Federation for their trust”.

“Of course,” Probierz added, “I would also like to thank all the players I have had the pleasure of meeting on this journey. I keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common good. I would also like to thank our wonderful fans. You have always been with us through thick and thin. Wherever the national team has played, your support has been invaluable.”

For its part, the Polish Football Federation “thanks coach Michal Probierz for his cooperation and commitment to managing the national team and wishes him success in his future professional career.”

Probierz leaves Poland with the team in second place in Group G of the World Cup qualifiers with 6 points from 3 games, 1 point behind leaders Finland (7 points from 4 games) and alongside the Netherlands with full points after two games.

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