Maltese businessman acquitted in Daphne Caruana Galizia murder trial; leaks expose political ties

A Maltese businessman was acquitted of involvement in the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, a case that has long implicated state corruption. The trial revealed sabotage, information leaks, and political connections, underscoring the challenges of accountability in Malta. The acquittal may fuel public distrust and international scrutiny of the island's rule of law.