History Daily The Assassination of Journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia
Oct 16, 2025
Delve into the tragic assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was killed by a car bomb in Malta. Discover how her courageous reporting on political corruption shook the foundations of Maltese governance. Explore her early activism and the intense threats she faced while running her independent blog, which gave her the freedom to expose powerful figures. The podcast also highlights the aftermath of her murder, including arrests and the continuing legacy of her investigative work, sparking global outrage and sustained support for justice.
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Family Horror On The Day Of The Bombing
- Matthew Caruana Galizia watched his mother leave for a short errand before a loud explosion destroyed her car and killed her instantly.
- The immediate horror and helplessness of that scene framed the episode's account of Daphne's assassination.
Early Arrest That Shaped Her Resolve
- Daphne was arrested after a 1984 protest and coerced into a false confession before a magistrate later dismissed the case.
- That experience hardened her resolve to resist authority and pursue investigative reporting for the rest of her career.
Intimidation Failed; Blog Gave Her Freedom
- Daphne faced repeated intimidation, including her dog killed and tires set alight next to her home, but she kept reporting.
- She launched the Running Commentary blog in 2008, gaining hundreds of thousands of followers and full editorial independence.
