Tag Archives: Valletta

Pressure Points in the Central Mediterranean

Posted on September 4, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

A Russian submarine off Sicily, U.S. defense tariffs, rising oil prices and shifting migration routes are squeezing the central Mediterranean—and Malta sits right in the squeeze. We unpack those pressures and outline practical steps the Islands can take to stay ahead of the curve. Continue reading →

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Salt, Soil and Screens: Chasing Curiosity from Malta to the Wi-Fi Age

Posted on July 20, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

In Malta’s sun-splashed fields and rocky shores, we chased rabbits through rubble walls and hauled nets at sunset, earning scabby knees and salty hair as proof of real discovery. Today’s kids hunt for Wi-Fi bars instead of sparrows, yet that pull toward the unknown—messy, unpredictable and full of hope—still beats beneath it all. Continue reading →

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Malta’s Quiet Watch: Reading the Ukraine Conflict from the Central Mediterranean

Posted on July 10, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

Malta’s unique position between Europe, North Africa and the Levant reveals early signals from the Ukraine conflict. Watching energy prices, bond yields and maritime traffic, Malta’s diplomats need to transform subtle shifts into practical insights for regional stability. Continue reading →

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The Mediterranean has transformed from a passive buffer into a “compression chamber”

Posted on July 9, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

A focused look at how Haftar’s Benghazi regime, “dark fleet” tankers, Houthi raids and Europe’s industrial strains are converging to tighten maritime pressure—shaping a new strategic reality Malta can’t ignore. Continue reading →

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700 drones give a spectacle of light over Grand Harbour

Posted on May 1, 2023 by ivanmconsiglio

Malta-themed night-time lit-up drone formations over Grand Harbour in Valletta. Uncertain if this was a first for our Islands or not, but the rave reviews of images as shared on social media by many, have nothing but praise for the initiative… Continue reading →

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GC anniversary commemoration at Siege Bell Monument, Valletta

Posted on April 13, 2015 by ivanmconsiglio

The annual George Cross award to the nation of Malta during World War 2 will once again be held this year by the George Cross Island Association (GCIA) at the Siege Bell Monument in Valletta, next Wednesday 15th April, 2015 … Continue reading →

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GEORGE CROSS AWARD COMMEMORATION

Posted on April 2, 2015 by ivanmconsiglio

‘To honour the brave people I award the George Cross to the Island Fortress of Malta to bear witness to a heroism and devotion that will long be famous in history’. This proclamation was issued by King George VI, on … Continue reading →

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