Malta expresses apprehension at escalation of Middle East violence
Ian Borg, the President of the UN Security Council, expressed Malta’s apprehension regarding the Middle East situation and cautioned against further escalation. His warning follows Iran’s recent drone and missile attack on Israel, prompting the UN to convene a meeting today to address the matter. Minister Borg, representing the UN Security Council presidency for this month, conveyed Malta’s concerns to Iranian Foreign Affairs Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian during a phone call, discussing the events of the past 24 hours. (TVM)
PM urges vote in upcoming MEP elections
Prime Minister Robert Abela stressed the importance of the upcoming local council and MEP elections, urging citizens to participate actively. Speaking at a PL event in Rabat, he emphasized how these elections shape both Europe’s and Malta’s future. Abela also touched on escalating international tensions, reaffirming Malta’s commitment to peace promotion. During his Sunday address, Abela highlighted his government’s accomplishments, such as enhancing FSWS workers’ conditions and finally opening a long-awaited elderly care home in Gozo, showcasing a focus on social welfare and inclusivity. (Maltatoday)
Labour in crisis-management mode, claims Bernard Grech
Bernard Grech took the Labour Party to task for short-sightedness and “crisis management” during his address to PN supporters on Sunday, particularly condemning the decision to purchase a temporary power station. He highlighted the government’s expenditure of €37 million on a short-term solution, emphasizing that such reactive decisions exemplify a lack of long-term planning. According to the Nationalist Party leader, if the government had a forward-looking strategy, Malta’s energy security wouldn’t come with such a hefty price tag. Speaking to party supporters in Msida, he advocated for investments in the second interconnector and alternative energy sources, specifically mentioning offshore wind energy projects. (Times of Malta)
