ROME (ITALPRESS) – Sparkle, the first international service provider in Italy and among the top global operators, and Algérie Télécom, the leading national telecommunications operator in Algeria, which offers a wide range of fixed-line, Internet, and enterprise solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of a new subsea cable linking Italy and Algeria. The agreement was announced during the 6 th Italy-Algeria Business Forum held yesterday in Rome, in the presence of the President of the Council of Ministers of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, and of the President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune.

As part of the MoU, Sparkle will realise with Algérie Télécom a submarine cable linking Italy and Algeria and provide related value-added services on cybersecurity and cloud computing, technical support for data center development, training across
key technical topics as well as a point of presence in Europe fully dedicated to Algérie Télécom, all aimed at supporting Algeria’s digital transformation.

The new, dedicated submarine cable will provide a high-capacity route to Europe, delivering enhanced performance, ultra-low latency, and full redundancy compared to existing infrastructures. By doing so, it will also support the growing demand for internet services and digital content, offering an outstanding connectivity experience for both consumers and businesses.

“This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening digital ties between Europe and North Africa,” said Enrico Bagnasco, CEO of Sparkle. “We are proud to contribute to Algeria’s digital future by delivering modern infrastructure as well as innovative
and secure solutions for fast and resilient international connectivity.”

“The strategic partnership with Sparkle confirms the long-standing relationship between our two companies and reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Adel Bentoumi, CEO of Algérie Télécom. “We believe that this project will play a key role in diversifying our international routes and in meeting the increasing needs of our customers across Algeria.”

The Italy-Algeria Business Forum aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries in strategic sectors such as energy, innovation, education, agriculture, and culture. It forms part of the Mattei Plan for Africa, through which Italy seeksto build balanced partnerships based on mutual respect and shared benefits.

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Liverpool’s crazy summer continues. After Frimpong, Wirtz, and Kerkez, the Reds have announced the signing of Hugo Ekitike: an agreement has been reached with Eintracht Frankfurt, the medical has been passed, and the player is already on his way to Hong Kong to join his new teammates.

As for the figures, according to the BBC, the 23-year-old French striker will join Slot for €79.5 million plus €11.5 million in bonuses. He will also sign a six-year contract. With Ekitike—who scored 15 goals in 31 Bundesliga appearances last season—Liverpool have invested €290 million in the transfer market.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Barcelona has officially signed Marcus Rashford. The English striker arrives from Manchester United on loan with an option to buy and has signed a contract until June 30, 2026. Rashford will wear the number 14 shirt.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – “I am very satisfied with the results of this summit, with the quality of the agreements we have reached—some of which have been showcased during this ceremony. At the conclusion of this part of our intergovernmental summit, we will head together to wrap up the Business Forum,” said Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a joint statement with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, on the occasion of the fifth intergovernmental summit between the two countries.

“At the Business Forum, there are over 300 companies present, demonstrating the growing interconnection between our economies,” Meloni added. “Around 40 agreements will be signed today between our two nations and our respective production systems. It’s not just about the numbers,” she continued.

“These are agreements that allow us to say that the friendship between our two nations has never been so special, reaching a level of solidity never seen before. For us, Algeria is a truly strategic partner,” the Prime Minister emphasized.

Algeria is one of the key partners in the Mattei Plan, “which aims to bring structure and depth to a model of cooperation that is not exploitative, but rather equal and beneficial for all,” Meloni said. “Italy and Algeria have demonstrated this relationship many times, especially in times of difficulty.”

“Energy is one of the most solid areas of cooperation between Italy and Algeria. Italy wants to become an energy hub in the Mediterranean, and without collaboration with Algeria, we could not pursue that goal. We are pleased with the Eni-Sonatrach cooperation, which will become even stronger with the agreements signed. We will continue to work together on new energy and digital corridors,” she added.

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LISBON (PORTUGAL) (ITALPRESS) – As Map Agency reports, Portugal today expressed its “full support” for Morocco’s autonomy initiative for the Sahara, calling it “the most serious, credible, and constructive basis” for resolving the dispute. This is stated in the joint statement signed in Lisbon by Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Portuguese Minister of State and Foreign Affairs Paulo Rangel, following a bilateral meeting.

Portugal recognized the importance of the issue for Morocco and the Kingdom’s “serious and credible” efforts within the UN framework to achieve a political, just, lasting, and acceptable solution for all parties. The two ministers also reaffirmed their support for UN Security Council Resolution 2756, which encourages a realistic, pragmatic, and compromise-based solution. With this position, Lisbon aligns itself with the growing international consensus surrounding Morocco’s autonomy plan, the statement emphasizes.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Marc Pubill is a new player for Atlético Madrid. The Spanish club announced the news in a statement specifying that the right-back born in 2003 arrives from Almeria on a five-year contract. “Welcome, Marc!” the statement from the Colchoneros concluded. Pubill was also being followed by AC Milan and Roma.

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ROTTERDAM (NETHERLANDS) (ITALPRESS) – Everything seemed set for David Hancko‘s signing at Al-Nassr, the team where Cristiano Ronaldo plays, but in the end, a curious twist happened. The deal between the Arabs and Feyenoord had been reached for around 40 million euros, but when the central defender arrived at the hotel in Saalfelden, Austria, where Al Nassr is staying, everything changed.

“The player had also reached an agreement with Al Nassr and Feyenoord. When he arrived at the training ground, he was suddenly told he was no longer welcome. It’s unprecedented,” said Raymond Salomon, Feyenoord director, in an excerpt from an interview reported by Marca. “It’s scandalous and unheard of. They backed out.” Hancko will now return to training with Feyenoord while awaiting a final decision on his future, which now appears far from Saudi Arabia. Atlético Madrid, Chelsea, and PSG are interested in him, having already expressed interest in the Slovakian player.

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MANCHESTER (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Having arrived at Manchester United from Atalanta in the summer of 2023 for around €75 million, Rasmus Hojlund has failed to shine as expected. Despite 26 goals in 95 appearances, the Danish center forward has struggled to adapt to the pace and physicality of the Premier League. For this reason, the Red Devils could lose him, given that Ruben Amorim seems to be focusing more on Joshua Zirkzee. And another No. 9 could arrive, with the names of Randal Kolo Muani and Viktor Gyokeres also hotly contested.

According to Footmercato, there have already been some movements regarding Hojlund in Italy: Juventus is monitoring the situation but has yet to take any concrete steps, Lazio, under the new leadership of Maurizio Sarri, highly values his profile, while Atalanta—his former team—is keeping a close eye on him. The main issue remains his salary, which is out of reach for Italian clubs. A loan with an option to buy and United’s share of the salary is one option on the table, but the English management seems inclined to favor a temporary transfer within the Premier League.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Three young Sicilian men appeared in court in Malta after being charged with the theft of items valued at €40,000 from three individuals at a beach club in Qui-Si-Sana, Sliema. The accused are 25-year-old Simone Serrafino, 26-year-old Michele Messineo, and 23-year-old David Francesco Messineo.

The case dates back to July 20, when security personnel at a beach club alerted Sliema district police about a suspected theft involving the three men.

According to Inspector Ian Azzopardi, one victim was robbed of a watch and mobile phone worth over €2,300, while two others had their mobile phones stolen. The total value of the stolen items is estimated to be around €40,000.

The prosecution opposed the defendants’ request for bail, arguing that the three men have no ties to Malta and had been preparing to return to Sicily. The seriousness of the charges was also emphasised.

Defense lawyer Joseph Calleja, representing the men through legal aid, acknowledged that the accused were tourists with no connection to the country. However, he stated that if granted bail, they were willing to remain at the same hotel where they had been staying until a more permanent address could be arranged.

Calleja also insisted that their status as foreigners should not prejudice the case and that the presumption of innocence must be upheld—especially as the men had cooperated with police and provided clear accounts of the events in question. Despite the arguments, Magistrate Ann-Marie Thake denied the request for bail.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – An Italian company, GreenIT SpA, is leading one of the consortiums that have shown interest in developing Malta’s first offshore renewable energy project. The Atlas Med Wind consortium, which includes Seatrans Shipping Ltd, Central European Advisors Ltd, and CI V Transfer Coöperatief U.A., is among three bidders.
The second consortium, Code Zero, is led by SEP (Malta) Holding Ltd in partnership with Kornelio Energy 1 Limited, M. Demajo (Holdings) Limited, and NMK Renewables Limited.

A separate submission was made by Greek firm MCKEDRIK Sole Member Ltd.
Energy Minister Miriam Dalli said the project has moved beyond the exploratory stage and now enters an active development phase. The 300MW wind farm will be located outside Malta’s territorial waters and includes plans for a government-owned substation and export cable system.

The concession will be awarded through a competitive dialogue process. No financial offers have yet been submitted; only companies that pass the current evaluation phase will be invited to place bids in the next stage, expected early next year.
Interconnect Malta CEO Ismail D’Amato called the project a “key component” of Malta’s National Energy and Climate Plan.

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