The trial of Yorgen Fenech, a Maltese businessman accused of orchestrating the assassination of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, began on July 2, 2026, in Valletta, Malta. Caruana Galizia was killed in 2017 when a bomb exploded in her car near her home, a case that drew international attention due to her extensive reporting on corruption within Malta. Fenech allegedly paid €150,000 to contract the murder of the journalist, who had many powerful enemies due to her investigations into political and business wrongdoing.
This trial marks a significant moment for Malta, as it has been referred to as the "trial of the century" due to the high-profile nature of the case and the implications surrounding the country's political and legal systems. Fenech, who comes from a wealthy and influential family, has denied all charges against him. The proceedings are seen as critical in addressing issues of press freedom and the rule of law in Malta, where concerns over the safety of journalists have been heightened since Caruana Galizia's death.
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