In the Press: PM pledges logistical support for potential operation in Libya

The Times of Malta

A representative of the Tripoli government said that a ground operation, as was being promoted by Italy and supported by Malta, would be met with opposition from the Libyan people. 

In-Nazzjon

Controversy grows in Nadur as locals continue to protest the proposal to build a wall to replace the iron railing currently in place, effectively blocking off a belveder over the channel and the Mgarr harbour. 

L-Orizzont

PM Joseph Muscat has promised Malta's cooperation as a logistical centre, should an international operation in Libya be considered. He said that although the country lacked personnel and equipment, it could serve as a communications base with the Libyan people. 

The Malta Independent

The director of the Migrant Offshore Aid Station said that the escalating instability in Libya is forcing desperate people onto boats in an attempt to escape, even in potentially deadly weather.