TRIPOLI (LIBYA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Libyan Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Abdelhamid Dabaiba received the Chief of Staff of the Tunisian Army, General Mohamed Ghoul, in the presence of the Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army, General Salah al-Din al-Namroush.

According to the Libyan Government of National Unity’s Facebook page, the meeting focused on strengthening cooperation and coordination between the two countries in the military and security sectors, addressing matters of mutual interest—specifically shared border security, counter-terrorism efforts, training, and the exchange of expertise.

Both sides emphasized the importance of maintaining coordination and developing cooperation to bolster the security and stability of both nations.

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VALENCIA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Javier Aguirre is returning to work in Spain. The 67-year-old Mexican has been announced as Valencia’s new head coach following the dismissal of Corberan; the task of revitalizing a team that has managed only four points from seven matches now falls to him. Aguirre has signed a contract running until the end of the season, with an automatic renewal clause should he guide Valencia to at least the Europa League.

Fresh from his stint as Mexico’s head coach at the last World Cup, this marks Aguirre’s seventh spell in Spanish football, having first arrived in the summer of 2002 when signed by Osasuna.

His managerial resume also includes spells at Atlético Madrid, Zaragoza, Espanyol, Leganés, and Mallorca—the latter of which he led to the Copa del Rey final. He becomes the oldest coach ever to take charge of Valencia and the 14th manager of the Peter Lim era.

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NEW YORK (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Prime Minister Robert Abela has said economic growth should be judged not only by headline figures but by the opportunities it creates for people.

Abela was speaking at the Concordia Summit in New York, where he is attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The Prime Minister said trade was an essential condition for prosperity for an island state such as Malta, allowing goods and services to cross borders, investment to flow and opportunities to be created.

He said the global economy was undergoing a period of transformation, with shifting trade routes, changing supply chains and growing technological and climate pressures.

Abela said resilience should not become protectionism, arguing instead for supply chains that could withstand shocks and partnerships that reduced vulnerabilities without creating new barriers.

He also referred to Malta Vision 2050, which aims to ensure economic growth delivers better opportunities, higher-quality employment, stronger skills and sustainable communities.

Turning to artificial intelligence and digital trade, Abela said these offered smaller economies new opportunities to reach global markets through talent, agility and ideas.

But he warned that technological progress should broaden opportunities rather than deepen inequality.

During a separate high-level meeting at the UN on children’s rights in the age of artificial intelligence, Abela said AI development should remain human-centred and respect fundamental rights.

He also attended a meeting on developments in the Middle East, where he reiterated Malta’s support for a two-state solution as the path towards lasting peace in the region.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta recorded the second-highest increase in commercial flights among EU countries in August compared with the same month last year, according to Eurostat data.

The number of commercial flights to and from Malta rose by 12% year-on-year, placing the country behind Slovakia, which recorded a 37% increase.

Estonia followed Malta with an 8% rise in flight numbers.

Eight EU countries registered declines in commercial flights during the month. Austria recorded the largest decrease at 4.7%, followed by Cyprus at 3% and Germany at 2.4%.

Across the EU, commercial flights increased by around 2% compared with August 2025.

The latest figures continue a trend of stronger flight activity during the summer, with every month from June to August recording notable year-on-year increases.

Eurostat defines commercial flights as those carrying passengers, cargo or mail.

The increase in air traffic comes as Malta also recorded strong growth in tourist arrivals.

Recent figures from the National Statistics Office show that tourist numbers rose by around 12% in August compared with the same month in 2024.

The growth in visitor numbers has, however, been accompanied by an ongoing debate over whether tourists are spending more during their stay in Malta.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “I believe the Ballon d’Or is the award that rewards the best player of the year—a player who stands apart, someone who is a joy to watch, the kind of player for whom you tune in to a match. It has nothing to do with the number of goals scored or anything else. When I think of the Ballon d’Or, I think of Messi, Ronaldinho, and players like that—players who are unique, who make you smile when you watch them play.” In an interview with “L’Équipe”, Lamine Yamal highlights his case for the prestigious award presented by France Football.

“Anyone who follows football already knows my credentials. I step onto the pitch, I have fun, I play well, and I play the way I want to play. Fortunately, I’ve also been able to win many titles with Barça and, recently, the most important title of all: the World Cup with my national team. But above all else, I believe my style of play is my strongest argument and what sets me apart.”

Yamal is aware of the competition. “We all have very strong cases; we are all great players. We’ll see. They are all immense players. In my case, the advantage is that I was able to win the World Cup this year, and naturally, that gives me an extra edge.”

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MÖNCHENGLADBACH (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – Alexander Blessin is the new head coach of Borussia Mönchengladbach. The German club—currently bottom of the table with zero points from four matches—made the official announcement. The 53-year-old former Genoa manager takes over from Eugen Polanski, who was dismissed after the third matchday, and interim coach Lichte. He has signed a contract running until 2028, with his presentation scheduled for tomorrow at 1:30 PM alongside Head of Sport Rouven Schröder. Blessin began his coaching career at Leipzig, followed by stints with Oostende, Genoa, Union Saint-Gilloise, and St. Pauli; now, he embarks on a new chapter at the helm of Borussia Mönchengladbach.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Football often transcends borders, and this time it happened quite literally. A 17-year-old Moroccan youth managed to reach Spain from Ceuta by hiding and clinging to the undercarriage of the Real Valladolid team bus. The incident occurred on Sunday as the Spanish team’s bus was returning home following a La Liga 2 (Spanish Second Division) away match against Ceuta at the Alfonso-Murube Stadium, which ended in a 1–1 draw.

The story, confirmed by the club itself, is making waves online. The young Moroccan was discovered huddled between the bus’s rear wheels after the vehicle had already traveled over a hundred kilometers.

He reportedly remained in that position throughout the ferry crossing from Ceuta to the Iberian Peninsula, finally seeking help during a stop at a rest area after disembarking in Spain.

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NEW YORK (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – The Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia met in New York on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. According to a joint statement issued by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, the ministers expressed deep concern over the continuing deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Gaza and called on Israel to honor the commitments outlined in the first phase of the Comprehensive Plan, ensuring the immediate, safe, and unhindered entry of humanitarian aid and supplies necessary for early recovery.

The ministers also reiterated the need to maintain the ceasefire and put an end to violations. They emphasized that the Roadmap constitutes an integral part of the Comprehensive Plan and the framework for implementing the second phase, including a full Israeli withdrawal, the deployment of an international stabilization force, the assumption of responsibilities by the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, and the commencement of reconstruction. The ministers categorically rejected any expulsion or forced displacement of Palestinians and condemned the expansion of Israeli settlements, land confiscation, the demolition of Palestinian homes, and settler violence. Finally, they reaffirmed that Gaza must remain an integral part of Palestinian territory and supported a credible, irreversible path toward Palestinian self-determination and the creation of a sovereign, independent, and viable Palestinian state—with East Jerusalem as its capital—within the framework of the two-state solution.

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VALLETTA (MALTA)(ITALPRESS/MNA) – The prosecution has formally appealed the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech over the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

The lengthy appeal was filed on Tuesday morning, less than three weeks after a nine-member jury returned an 8-1 not guilty verdict on both charges against Fenech.

The filing formally activates the Attorney General’s previously announced decision to challenge the verdict.

Fenech was acquitted on 2 September after a 55-day trial during which more than 100 witnesses testified.

The first charge concerned complicity in the voluntary homicide of Caruana Galizia, while the second alleged that Fenech had associated with others to commit a crime in Malta.

The prosecution had alleged that Fenech commissioned and financed the assassination through intermediary Melvin Theuma.

Fenech denied ordering or paying for the murder.

The appeal does not overturn the acquittal or establish Fenech’s guilt. The three-judge Court of Criminal Appeal must now assess the legal grounds submitted by the prosecution and determine whether they meet the requirements for a new trial.

Lawyer Jason Azzopardi, representing the Caruana Galizia family as parte civile, had said he expected a strong appeal following the verdict.

Matthew Caruana Galizia also welcomed the Attorney General’s decision to seek a new trial, describing it as the right course of action.

The family cannot independently appeal the acquittal but may participate in the proceedings alongside the Attorney General.

The appeal comes as a separate police investigation involving several jurors continues.

Police said that investigation concerns the oath taken by jurors and alleged public comments made by some before the trial. Those questioned were later released on police bail.

The investigation is separate from the appeal and does not, by itself, establish that the jury’s verdict was improperly reached.

Separately, Judge Edwina Grima ordered evidence emerging during the trial to be referred to the Police Commissioner and incorporated into ongoing magisterial inquiries.

The Court of Criminal Appeal will now determine whether the prosecution has established sufficient legal grounds for a new trial.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Real Madrid has announced that “following tests carried out today on Fede Valverde, he has been diagnosed with a third-degree sprain of his left ankle.“ The club has not committed to a specific recovery timeline, but the Spanish press is reporting a lengthy layoff. Valverde was injured during the derby against Atlético Madrid following a heavy challenge by Kang-in Lee—a tackle that Real Madrid and José Mourinho believe warranted a red card.

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