IN PHOTOS | Robert Abela's swearing in

On a hot Monday morning, Robert Abela was sworn in as prime minister for his third tenure after securing victory in the 2026 general election.

Our photographer Daniel Tihn went to Valletta to capture scenes from the ceremony and the walk from the Grand Master's Palace to Castille.

Before the ceremony began, Valletta's streets were being filled by PL supporters gathered to congratulate their leader.

The crowd included people of all ages, determined to see the prime minister.

Upon Abela's arrival, the crowd in St George's Square erupted in applause.

Before taking the oath, Abela and his family were greeted by President Myriam Spiteri Debono.

The Abelas, as well as the PL's deputy leaders, were met with applause when they exited the Grand Master's Palace and made their way to Castille.

Despite the heat, supporters waited behind barricades waiting for the procession.

The Abelas then walked up the steps of Castille and waved at the crowd, before walking up to the second storey of the auberge, and waving from the window.