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Sterling, UK stocks register drop

Sterling fell to a one-week low on Friday and British stocks sold off after the UK economy unexpectedly contracted in the second quarter. The pound fell to the day’s low…

US – China trade dispute intensifies as new tariffs are unveilled

The United States and China intensified their trade dispute on Monday, as Beijing said it would increase tariffs on nearly $60 billion worth of American goods and the Trump administration…

Iran claims responsibility for downing two US warplanes

Iran has claimed responsibility for shooting down two US warplanes. Two American crewmembers were...

Malta News Briefing – Friday 3 April 2026

EP delegation raises concerns on use of funds in Malta A delegation from the European Parliament’...

Libya’s Haftar acquires combat drones despite UN embargo

Eastern Libya's military leader, Khalifa Haftar, has acquired what appear to be Chinese and Turkish ...

Extreme weather batters Italy’s Adriatic regions, cutting roads and rail lines

Italy has been effectively split along its Adriatic side after nearly 72 hours of severe weather bat...

Britain eyes summer deadline for EU reset deal

A deal to re-align key parts of the U.K. economy with the European Union is on course to be reached ...

CDU/CSU calls for cannabis rethink 2 years in

Government ministers from Germany's conservative CDU and CSU parties on Wednesday called for changes...

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump speech, oil prices surge anew

Hopes for a swift end to the Middle East war faded on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump vow...

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 2 April 2026

Updated 0900 IAC Invests in Malta Aviation Hub, Safeguards Jobs and Expands Workforce: Internatio...

China Raises Alarm Over Japan’s Missile Deployment

China has expressed deep concern over Japan’s decision to deploy long-range missiles in Kumamoto and...

Malta’s economic momentum shows resilience as confidence cools slightly

Malta’s economy continued to exhibit solid performance in early 2026, with business activity and sen...