TRIPOLI (LIBYA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has taken note of yesterday’s developments regarding the decision by the presidency of the Libyan House of Representatives concerning the leadership of the Central Bank of Libya. In an official statement, UNSMIL emphasized that the operational independence and integrity of the institution are essential for protecting public resources, maintaining economic stability, and upholding the trust of international partners.

UNSMIL stressed that any changes to the institution’s leadership must be grounded in improvements to governance and oversight. The Mission further warned that persistent pressure on the institution to finance rising public expenditure could intensify strain on the exchange rate, fuel inflation, and accelerate the depletion of reserves.

Finally, it urged all parties to strictly adhere to legal and institutional procedures in order to safeguard the credibility of the Central Bank of Libya.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta’s Ministry for Sustainable Mobility has defended the transport of Russian diesel to the United States aboard a Maltese-registered vessel, emphasizing that such shipments are not prohibited, provided they comply with applicable sanctions and legal exemptions. The Maltese-flagged ship Agioi Fanendes departed Russia carrying approximately 40,000 tons of diesel bound for New York. This marks the first import of Russian fuel into the United States since 2022. The vessel left the Russian port of Primorsk between Thursday night and Friday morning and is expected to reach the United States around November 7—just days after the U.S. midterm elections.

The shipment follows an announcement made earlier this month by U.S. President Donald Trump, who stated that an agreement had been reached with Russian President Vladimir Putin to suspend sanctions on Russian diesel exports. The Maltese Ministry for Sustainable Mobility clarified that the transport of Russian petroleum products to third countries is not inherently prohibited, provided that applicable legal exemptions, price-cap requirements, and other EU-mandated obligations are met. “Malta expects and ensures that EU and United Nations sanctions are fully respected and enforced,” the Ministry stated, adding that all vessels flying the Maltese flag are required to comply with legally enacted sanctions—without exception—unless a recognized exemption applies.

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ALGIERS (ALGERIA) (ITALPRESS) – The Algerian government aims to strengthen local industrial integration within the heavy and light vehicle and smartphone sectors, moving beyond a model of simple assembly and reducing reliance on imports. This matter was addressed a few days ago during a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb. According to a government statement, the objective is to foster more structured national production through industrial partnerships, technology transfer, skills training, and the development of a supply network.

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MUNICH (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – The condition of Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany remains stable following a medical episode he experienced yesterday at the German club’s sports complex. “The good news is that he is stable. We spoke last night, and I also spoke with his wife.”

Regarding his return to the bench, “it will take time,” said sporting director Max Eberl, speaking to Sky Sport Deutschland. “Not days, but weeks,” Eberl explained, emphasizing that the priority is to determine the cause of the incident and allow the Belgian manager to make a full recovery. “The most important thing is that he recovers and only returns once he is fully well again.” The cause of the medical episode has not yet been determined. In the meantime, the team will be led by the coaching staff ahead of the Bundesliga match against Freiburg.

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VALENCIA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – New investors for Valencia. Owner Peter Lim has sold a 42% minority stake to the Pitchwise Holdings consortium, led by Ann Rodriguez and Corey Woolfolk. The consortium includes, among others, George Roberts and Henry Kravis—co-founders of KKR, one of the world’s largest investment firms. The transaction was based on an overall valuation of the club at €1.25 billion. The new partners will inject €100 million into Valencia; Peter Lim will remain the principal shareholder, while his son, Kiat, will continue to serve as chairman. This new ownership structure will support the Spanish club as it prepares for its move to the Nou Mestalla, scheduled for next summer.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Hansi Flick represents both the present and the future of Barcelona, ​​but looking further ahead, there is a coach whose background and footballing philosophy would make him an ideal candidate to one day take the reins. That man is Cesc Fàbregas, who grew up at Barcelona’s La Masia academy and later returned to the club between 2011 and 2014 before moving to Chelsea.

According to Sport, his work at Como is being closely monitored by the Barcelona board; should the day come when Flick steps down, the current Como manager would be among the top options. In addition to Fàbregas, Barcelona is also keeping an eye on the early coaching steps of Sergio Busquets, who is currently part of the technical staff for the B team—a setup led by another former Blaugrana player, Juliano Belletti.

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DORTMUND (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – Borussia Dortmund needs its fans—without any distractions. In a initiative, the club will offer autographed jerseys and vouchers for official merchandise to supporters at home games who set aside their smartphones to focus entirely on the match.

The program begins as early as tomorrow, during the clash against Eintracht Frankfurt: to participate, fans must download the “Fan Mode” app, which tracks screen time. Fans earn points by keeping their phones off, while points are deducted every time the device is unlocked. Those with the highest scores will receive prizes.

“Over 81,000 people in the stadium—singing, cheering, and holding their breath together—this moment, here and now, is irreplaceable,” says Carsten Cramer, CEO of Borussia, who hopes this initiative will help “reinvigorate” the club’s famous “Yellow Wall.” “I think we could all stand to spend a little less time looking at our phones now and then. If we cut back on their use, we can all focus a bit more on other things,” notes manager Niko Kovac, who prohibits his players from using smartphones during team meals.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – The Belgian justice system has sided with UEFA regarding “home-grown” players. A Brussels court has refused to overturn an arbitration ruling that went against the club Royal Antwerp and Israeli footballer Lior Refaelov. The case concerns a requirement established by UEFA in 2008, which mandates that clubs participating in its competitions must include at least 8 “home-grown” players—defined as players trained by clubs within the same national league—in their 25-man squad. Furthermore, at least four of these eight players must have been trained by the club itself. To qualify as a “home-grown player,” an individual must have spent at least three years at the club, or at another club within the same country, between the ages of 15 and 21. Royal Antwerp and Refaelov had argued that these restrictions limited clubs’ access to talent trained abroad and constituted an illicit agreement between UEFA and national football associations. The Brussels court rejected these arguments, following a 2023 decision by the Court of Justice of the European Union, which had referred the matter to the Belgian courts to determine whether the rules violated regulations concerning competition and the free movement of individuals.”

The ruling strongly supports UEFA’s regulatory framework and its objectives: to encourage clubs to develop talent rather than simply buying it, and to promote competitive balance in European football,” came the comment from Nyon.

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TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – On Thursday, October 22, the Tunisian Minister of Trade and Export Development, Samir Abid, inaugurated the eighth edition of the International Textile Exhibition at the Sousse exhibition center, in the presence of the regional governor, Sofiane Tanfouri. During his visit, the Minister toured the stands of various participating Tunisian companies and met with exhibitors to discuss the performance of their businesses and their export markets. He also visited areas dedicated to the El Fejja development hub—located in the Monastir Governorate—and the sectoral textile training center in Ksar Hellal.

In his remarks, Abid underscored the economic significance of the textile sector, noting its contribution to Tunisian exports and its role in strengthening the country’s presence in foreign markets. He also highlighted the sector’s capacity to adapt to economic shifts and international geopolitical developments. The Minister reaffirmed the authorities’ commitment to supporting the continuity of the industry and enhancing its competitiveness through ongoing dialogue with stakeholders and by addressing challenges that hinder business growth. According to Abid, events of this nature foster direct contact between Tunisian and foreign companies, creating opportunities for partnerships, the exchange of expertise, and access to new markets.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – He has decided to step in—to enter the fray—to put a stop to the rumors surrounding him, clarify his position, and, above all, refute accounts he describes as completely baseless. Antonio Conte has taken to social media to set the record straight, following a flurry of speculation linking his name to various clubs—most notably Manchester United, as well as Juventus and others.

“In light of the rumors published over the last few days by various media outlets, both in Italy and abroad, I feel it is necessary to provide some clarity. My name has been linked to numerous clubs, but at this moment, there are no advanced negotiations underway,” the coach from Lecce asserts. “Following a wonderful and successful stint in charge of Napoli, I intend to take the time I need to evaluate how and when to return to coaching. It will be a carefully considered decision, one I will make only when I believe the right conditions are in place. I have read reports about alleged financial demands and requests for ‘full control’ that I supposedly made to the clubs in question, as well as concerns regarding what is often described as my ‘strong personality.’ These accounts are entirely unfounded; as things stand, there is no concrete basis for such claims.”

Conte does not rule out an immediate return to the sidelines, nor does he exclude the possibility of taking more time to reflect—it will all depend on the nature of the offers that come his way. “Should a concrete opportunity arise, that will be the time to engage with the club in question and discuss the terms of a potential agreement—ensuring that both parties’ needs are met and that the core principles of my coaching philosophy are respected. Until then, any speculation regarding my demands or my professional future remains just that: speculation, not fact,” concludes Antonio Conte.

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