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Malta has repeatedly insisted that it was correct in its interpretation of EU treaties, Reuters news agency reported.

The administration has partially lifted its ban on the news agency under court orders.

The Customs Administration said the cargo which caught fire and exploded had neither been registered nor formally declared before the incident, according to the Isna news agency.

"This deal is a major victory for the President's trade policy by rewarding companies who manufacture domestically," Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said in a statement provided to the Reuters news agency.

Spanish media reported that some hospitals had implemented emergency plans, including halting routine work, news agencies reported.