MIAMI (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – He will be the one to open the dance. And that’s no small thing. Lionel Messi is one of the greatest in history and despite his 37 years and a career studded with trophies he has won, he is enthusiastically living the Club World Cup that his Inter Miami will open, playing the opening match against Al Ahly at the Hard Rock Stadium.

“It’s an interesting competition. Having the chance to be part of it is exciting,” Messi told Fifa. “My expectations are different from those I had when I played for other teams, but I’m impatient and I can’t wait to compete against the best teams and do well,” explained the former Barcelona player who conquered Major League Soccer after moving to Inter Miami in 2023. He led the Herons to a record 74 points, winning the MLS Supporters’ Shield and ensuring the team’s qualification for the Club World Cup.

“I think there are very important teams in this tournament, from all over the world, and this moves a lot of people everywhere,” Messi said. “We are talking about great teams, with very important players that people love to watch. It is a great opportunity to see the best players play here in the United States. It is a great opportunity to face them and a really enjoyable experience for both the players on the pitch and the fans in the stands.”

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta has officially joined the Clean Energy Marine Hubs (CEM-Hubs) Initiative, aligning with countries like Canada, Norway, and Greece in advancing the use of low-carbon fuels across the maritime sector. This global initiative focuses on accelerating the production, transportation, and adoption of cleaner energy solutions.

Minister for Energy Miriam Dalli expressed Maltàs pride in participating in this international collaboration, calling it a “transformative step” toward a more sustainable future. She emphasized that the initiative will allow Malta to exchange best practices, align policies with global standards, and attract investments in low-emission fuel infrastructure.
Dalli highlighted that this move directly supports the Malta 2050 Vision, particularly its first pillar of sustainable economic growth in sectors like innovation, financial services, and maritime industries.

Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works Minister Chris Bonett added that Maltàs involvement demonstrates its dedication to leading innovation in the maritime sector. He stressed that joining CEM-Hubs provides Malta with an opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of clean maritime energy alongside key international players.
The CEM-Hubs Initiative, co-led by governments and major industry bodies such as the International Chamber of Shipping and the International Association of Ports & Harbours, aims to make clean energy hubs more accessible and reduce investment risks globally.

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COMO (ITALPRESS) – A twenty-five million euro deal, never in its history has Como invested so much for a player. After all, the rich Indonesian owners of the white-blue club do not want to set limits, and the arrival of Martin Baturina is just the first piece of a market that aims to significantly strengthen Cesc Fabregas’ team.

“I’m happy to be here, I can’t wait to get started”, the first words of the Croatian attacking midfielder, who left Dinamo Zagreb to land in Italy today, where he will sign a five-year contract with Como in these hours. Twenty-three years old, one of the brightest talents in European football, Baturina has wasted no time, already undergoing medical tests. While waiting to find out the fate of Nico Paz – Real Madrid has the possibility of exercising the right to buy until the end of June, and for now nothing has moved -, Como already has another new star.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The Ocean Sentinel, one of three EU-chartered surveillance vessels, is currently patrolling the central Mediterranean, focusing on illegal fishing activities south of Malta. Operated by the European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA), the vessel is inspecting tuna purse seine and towing vessels during the active fishing season.

Recent enforcement actions targeted third-country vessels, including Turkish and Tunisian boats, found operating without proper authorisation near Malta’s coast. The Fisheries Ministry confirmed that three Turkish vessels were intercepted after entering Malta’s fishing waters illegally. While “necessary steps” were taken, the ministry provided no further details.

Maltese inspectors are working alongside EU officials on board the Ocean Sentinel, which operates within 25 nautical miles south of Malta—a key tuna fishing zone.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – On June 12, the Med-Or Italian Foundation, in collaboration with the French Embassy in Rome and the Italian Embassy in France, hosted for the first time a high-level Franco-Italian seminar dedicated to security issues in the Mediterranean, crucial topics for both countries.

This dialogue is part of the implementation of the Quirinal Treaty, signed in November 2021 between France and Italy. The Treaty calls for strengthened bilateral cooperation in the field of security and identifies the Mediterranean as a “shared space of intense interaction, transformation, and challenges” for both France and Italy. It also stipulates that France and Italy should “develop synergies and strengthen their coordination in the Mediterranean, promote a shared European approach to neighborhood policies to the South and East of the European Union, undertake joint initiatives, and contribute to strengthening relations between the European Union and Africa.”

In the presence of the French Ambassador to Italy, Martin Briens, and the Italian Ambassador to France, Emanuela D’Alessandro, representatives from public institutions, think tanks, and the private sector from both France and Italy came together for an in-depth discussion, in line with the strategic priority that both countries place on the broader Mediterranean region. The discussions addressed topics of common interest: strengthening a shared approach, access to energy resources and strategic supply chains, coordination in response to migration challenges, and cooperation in the field of defense. Participants also discussed the current situations in Libya, Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria. The day’s work concluded with remarks by the Italian Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto.

In order to continue this ongoing framework for dialogue, participants agreed on the opportunity to renew this Mediterranean security meeting on an annual basis, alternating between Paris and Rome. Among the future prospects to be developed is the potential creation of a permanent research structure on Mediterranean security, with the aim of bringing together all relevant stakeholders—institutions, businesses, associations, research institutes, foundations—interested in promoting even closer strategic alignment and achieving a common Franco-Italian vision regarding security challenges in the Mediterranean region.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Authorities have launched a formal investigation following the dramatic collapse of a block of flats in Paceville, the centre of rousing activity in St Julian’s, on Wednesday night, which saw 32 residents narrowly escape serious injury or death. Meanwhile major cracks in a residential building close to the collapsed structure have begun to worry neighbours about another potential incident. Authorities say that 40 more residents have been evacuated.

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA), the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA), and the police are working to determine the cause of the collapse and whether safety regulations were breached. Two police reports and one with the Building and Constructions Authority were filed before authorities evacuated the building that collapsed mere hours later.

The collapse occurred around 10:30pm on Paceville Road, St Julian’s, triggering an immediate response from emergency services. A timely evacuation, prompted by signs of structural instability, is credited with saving lives.

Central to the investigation is a dispute over the timeline of nearby demolition works. Excel Developments, the company behind the adjacent site, insists all works ceased on May 7. The developers, including Joseph Portelli, Mark Agius, and Daniel Refalo, claim they fully complied with all regulations.

However, video footage released by centrist political party Momentum suggests otherwise. Party leader Arnold Cassola presented evidence showing demolition works were still underway in late May and early June.

Excel has rejected Cassola’s claims as “false, malicious and libelous,” arguing that no adjacent works continued past May 7 and asserting that CCTV footage will support their timeline.

The BCA confirmed that a stop order was issued on June 10 — just one day before the evacuation and two days before the collapse — raising serious questions about Excel’s version of events.

The Chamber of Architects has also launched a disciplinary investigation to assess whether any architects may have acted negligently. 

As authorities sift through evidence, public attention is now firmly focused on construction standards, regulatory oversight, and developer accountability in Malta’s rapidly expanding building sector.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Franco Mastantuono is a new Real Madrid player. As announced by ‘blancos’, the Argentine has signed a contract until June 30, 2031. Mastantuono grew up in the River Plate youth sector between 2019 and 2024 and was part of the first team squad in the 2024/2025 season. In February 2024, he became the youngest scorer in the history of River Plate, managing to win the Argentine Super Cup. At 17, he also became the youngest footballer to have played an official match with the Argentine national team.

“Real Madrid C.F. would like to announce that Franco Mastantuono will join the club for the next six seasons, from 14 August 2025 to 30 June 2031. Mastantuono developed in the River Plate youth academy between 2019 and 2024, and was part of the first team in the 2024-2025 season. In February 2024, he became the youngest goal scorer in the history of River Plate, for which he has won an Argentine Super Cup. At 17, he is also the youngest player to feature in an official match for Argentina’s national team in its history”, it’s read in an official statement.

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TURIN (ITALPRESS) – Igor Tudor and Juventus together until 2027 and, who knows, maybe it will continue until at least 2028. Before leaving for the United States and taking part in the World Cup, Bianconeri have made official the renewal of the Croatian coach who also experienced important pages of his career as a player in black and white.

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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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