CAIRO (ITALPRESS) – Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a telephone conversation with Antonio Tajani, Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. According to a statement from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, the two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Egypt and Italy and to build upon the momentum seen across various sectors—in line with the directives of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni—for the mutual benefit of both countries.

Abdelatty and Tajani also exchanged views on a range of regional and international developments, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing diplomatic solutions and dialogue, de-escalating tensions, and avoiding any military escalation that could threaten regional security and stability or compromise the safety and freedom of navigation.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – Young people—often from highly vulnerable backgrounds—are building a path toward training, independence, and a future through the circus. This is the story of the École Nationale de Cirque Shems’y in Salé, just outside Rabat, supported by the Italian Embassy in Morocco and the Italian Cultural Institute as part of a collaboration with the Sarabanda Association from Genoa.

Established by the Moroccan association AMESIP, the school uses acrobatics, juggling, and social theater as tools for inclusion and vocational training, guiding students toward entry into the performing arts world. Since February, Italian artist and director Boris Vecchio, from Sarabanda, has been working with the students and Moroccan instructors. Recently, students in their third and final year staged “Devenir,” the performance marking the conclusion of their studies and their transition into the professional world.

The performance was attended by the Italian Ambassador to Morocco, Pasquale Salzano, who had previously met the young people in June and publicly pledged to continue supporting their journey. “In June, we said we would stand by their side. We continue to do so, with conviction. Because of their talent, their commitment, and their strength. And because of the strength of a project that offers opportunities, dignity, and a future,” Salzano wrote on social media.

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – José Mourinho spoke on the eve of the match against Málaga, the third round of La Liga. The Portuguese coach assessed the team’s condition: “We have a strong squad and solutions to compensate for any issues,” he said. “Some players had a different pre-season preparation. Cucurella will start tomorrow, while Alvaro—who played well in the first two matches—will be on the bench. If Cucu needs to be replaced, we have Alvaro.” Regarding Diomande: “He was one of the last to arrive after a difficult summer. He didn’t have a training foundation with Leipzig and is gradually improving. He has already played some important minutes. Tomorrow he could start or come on during the match; he is increasingly ready.”

Mourinho then discussed the Vinicius-Mbappé duo: “Quality is the key factor, but the rapport between two people matters too. There is friendship and collaboration between them. When you combine personal rapport with extraordinary quality, you have everything needed to improve. The dynamic isn’t just ‘two plus nine,’ but eleven.” He also had high praise for Bellingham: “He is unique and crucial to the team. He possesses physical, mental, and tactical qualities; he wins back possession, scores goals, and is strong in the air. I am very happy with all my players. People go to the Bernabéu to see the stars, but also to see a team that plays, fights, and wins together.”

Mourinho has a clear view on the Ballon d’Or: “You can’t award the prize simply because someone won the Champions League or the World Cup. To me, it should go to those players who, when they retire, are missed forever. The Ballon d’Or also has a political component, and I like it less when politics gets involved. Being the best player is something else entirely.” The coach also praised Thiago Pitarch: “There isn’t a single player from Castilla that I don’t like. Thiago has shown he has outgrown that level. I really like him, and he will be part of the squad. When he’s fit, he’ll get his minutes.” Regarding what is more difficult—managing the squad or coaching them—and referring to Ancelotti: “He is a great man in every respect. He has no weak points. I don’t feel there is anything difficult about it. I see it as something natural. Problems are a natural part of life. We haven’t had our first problem yet, but it will come. Whether it’s tactical or related to squad management, it’s normal for it to happen. You have to view it as a natural occurrence and handle it as such.” Finally, Mourinho spoke about injured players and the international break: “Tchouameni is the closest to returning, but I don’t want to take any risks. I prefer to wait and have him fully available. International breaks worry me—especially regarding players who get called up but don’t play. Three weeks away from the club can be complicated.”

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LIVERPOOL (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Liverpool has reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for the signing of Bradley Barcola. According to “BBC Sport,” the deal could be worth up to €145 million: a fixed fee of €125 million plus €20 million in add-ons. The French forward, who turns 24 next Wednesday, is expected in England this weekend for a medical examination before signing a long-term contract. Barcola, who primarily plays on the left flank, would further bolster the Reds’ attack following the departures of Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. His arrival could also impact the future of Cody Gakpo, who has attracted interest from Tottenham and Manchester City. Liverpool is also continuing to work on signing a winger, with Yankuba Minteh and Ismaila Sarr among the players being considered.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Gozo was hit by a major electricity outage on Friday evening after two of the three 33kV high-voltage feeders supplying the island from Malta developed faults.

Enemalta said technical teams were working to locate the faults so repairs could begin, while additional teams and mobile generators were being deployed to restore supply where technically possible.

With only one feeder operational, the network lacked sufficient capacity to supply all affected customers. One of Gozo’s two distribution centres was also affected.

Electricity was being restored progressively as alternative sources became available, Enemalta said, while apologising for the disruption, particularly amid the prevailing extreme heat.

The outage, however, quickly reignited anger among residents and tourists, with social media posts expressing frustration at yet another major power interruption during a sweltering summer.

Many questioned how Gozo and Malta could continue experiencing widespread blackouts despite repeated assurances and significant investment in the electricity distribution network.

Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg was among those directly affected, experiencing a power cut while conducting home visits in his Gozo district.

In a video posted on Facebook, Borg said his aides told him that “more than half of Gozo had no electricity”.

“In 2026, we shouldn’t still be experiencing this type of power cut,” Borg said, calling for Energy Minister Miriam Dalli to take political responsibility.

Borg also called for the Public Accounts Committee to discuss an Auditor General-commissioned report and questioned the government over more than €100 million it says has been invested in Malta and Gozo’s electricity distribution system.

The latest outage comes as Malta faces its second heatwave of the summer, with temperatures expected to feel as high as 46°C over this weekend.

Health authorities have warned that prolonged exposure to extreme heat can cause serious illness, particularly among elderly people, children, pregnant women and those with chronic conditions.

The public has been urged to drink water regularly, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest hours and remain in cool or shaded areas where possible.

The extreme weather has also been accompanied by continuing deteriorating air quality caused by a major Saharan dust cloud crossing the central Mediterranean.

Monitoring stations operated by the Environmental and Resources Authority have recorded poor to very poor air quality in several locations, while Għarb in Gozo was reporting moderate conditions.

The heatwave is expected to ease from Sunday into Monday, with maximum temperatures forecast to fall by around 4°C.

Nevertheless, temperatures will remain above 30°C, with “feels like” temperatures reaching around 36°C in the coming days.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – At the trial in Malta over the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, prosecutors have asked the jury to convict businessman Yorgen Fenech, who is accused of ordering and financing the killing.

Caruana Galizia was killed by a car bomb near her home in Bidnija on October 16, 2017. In closing arguments, prosecutor Anthony Vella said Fenech had “Daphne’s blood on his hands” and argued that his involvement was central to the murder.

According to the prosecution, the motive was linked to the journalist’s investigations into Fenech’s business interests, in particular 17 Black, a company registered in Dubai and identified as belonging to the businessman according to the prosecution’s reconstruction, and the Electrogas energy project, in which Fenech held a stake.

Fenech, 44, denies any involvement in the murder and rejects the charge of conspiracy to commit the crime. The defence will now present its closing arguments. Judge Edwina Grima will then sum up the case before the jury, which will retire to deliberate on the verdict.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – After the defeat against Fenerbahce that eliminated his Lyon team from the Champions League, Paulo Fonseca responded bitterly to journalists’ questions: “Maybe I’m a s**t coach, but in hindsight it’s easy to talk.” Today, on the eve of the Ligue 1 match against Le Havre, the Portuguese coach puffed out his chest, citing the improved points average under his management: “The numbers speak for themselves: I’m the best coach in Lyon’s recent history (since 2020-2021, ed.), with average investment. I won’t talk about anything else. The numbers are hard to dispute,” said the former Roma and AC Milan player, who then added: “I accept all criticism when it’s logical. But we live in an era where, when we win, we’re the best. When we lose, we’re the worst. That’s just the way it is. In this profession, we have to deal with it and be strong. But I think it’s important to remember the truth. Because when you keep repeating the same lies, they end up being accepted as truth. And the truth comes from the numbers,” Fonseca recalled.

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ROME (ITALPRESS/MNA) – A powerful explosion caused by the Israeli army rocked the town of Mansouri, in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon, at dawn. The Lebanese newspaper L’Orient le Jour reported that shortly thereafter, at 7:00 a.m., Israeli military vehicles advanced toward Houla, in the Marjayoun district, in the direction of Wadi Slouki. The troop movement was accompanied by artillery fire and machine gun fire during search and rescue operations in the area.

The night was marked by a series of incidents in southern Lebanon. Around 10:00 p.m., the strategic hill of Ali Taher was hit by artillery fire, as was Dohet Kfarremane, in the Nabatiye area.

Shortly after midnight, a powerful explosion rocked Aita el-Shaab and Haddatha, in the Bint Jbeil district, followed by another blast in Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, in the Nabatiye area, the newspaper adds, while helicopters carried out search operations in Kantara and Wadi Slouki, in the Marjayoun district. Around 1:00 a.m., Wadi Houjeir, in the Bint Jbeil area, was hit by artillery fire.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – The case of the match between PSG and Rennes has been settled. Due to the unplayable pitch at the Parc des Princes on the season opener, both the first and second legs could have been played at Roazhon Park. The first match was supposed to be held in Paris, but the condition of the pitch forced the League to move the game to Rennes. Now, a solution has been reached for the second match, scheduled for March. The Ligue de Football Professionnel has decided to change the venue for the matchday 23 match. Rennes-PSG will therefore be held at the Parc des Princes. At the same time, Paris Saint-Germain has been fined €150,000.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Celtic and Rangers will play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors. The Scottish Football Association imposed the sanction following the disturbances that occurred in last season’s quarter-finals at Ibrox.

After Celtic’s penalty shootout victory, visiting fans invaded the pitch to celebrate, while home supporters did the same in an attempt to harass the opposing fans. The two Glasgow clubs will also have to pay the visiting team £100,000 for their next Scottish Cup home match.

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