Maltese politicians ‘involved’ in plot to kill Daphne Caruana Galizia, court hears
Convicted killers George and Alfred Degiorgio have testified that two former high-ranking Maltese government officials were involved in the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The allegations were made during the trial of businessman Yorgen Fenech.
Why it matters
This case represents a significant investigation into political corruption and the safety of journalists within the European Union.
George and Alfred Degiorgio testified that Cardona and Schembri, along with the lawyer David Gatt, were involved in planning the assassination. George and Alfred Degiorgio testified that Cardona and Schembri, along with the lawyer David Gatt, were involved in planning the assassination. Malta Maltese politicians ‘involved’ in plot to kill Daphne Caruana Galizia, court hears Former economy minister Chris Cardona and ex-chief of staff Keith Schembri named as being involved in 2017 murder of journalist
The article reports on court testimony and allegations without taking a stance on the guilt of the accused.
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