The Legacy of Joseph Muscat and his Government - A Study of Rule-of-Law Violations, Politically Motivated Harassment and the Assassination of Journalism in the Republic of Malta

Caruana Galizia, known for her revelations about political corruption in Malta, was killed by a car bomb in 2017. Three men accused of her murder are awaiting trial. They were arrested weeks after the incident, but it is suspected the killing was ordered by individuals who are still at large. Pieter Omtzigt, a special rapporteur for the Council of Europe, listed a catalogue of alleged failings against the authorities of Malta. "I am concerned that the authorities may have turned down evidence that could lead to whoever ordered the murder," Mr Omtzigt said. "And I am also worried that neither Mr Muscat, nor his lawyer, nor others who may be concerned by this situation have been provided with adequate protection." Meanwhile, the rapporteur's efforts to monitor the case have led to verbal attacks from Malta's prime minister and fears for his own safety. Hence it is imperative that rule-of-law and justice is finally restored in Malta, and that all guilty parties involved in Caruana Galizia's murder are punished.