Owner dies after his own truck pins him to wall
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An elderly man tragically died after being trapped under his own truck in Żurrieq, in an incident that has drawn significant attention across local news sites. The man was reportedly hit by his truck as it reversed, pinning him between the vehicle and a rubble wall.
In other domestic news, Prime Minister Robert Abela publicly criticized Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government Owen Bonnici, describing his comments to the arts sector as 'insensitive.' This comes as over 500 individuals signed a letter demanding Bonnici's resignation over his controversial remarks. An inquiry into a fireworks blast in Salini has concluded, recommending criminal charges, while a report highlighted the use of EU agriculture funds for band clubs, sports facilities, and fireworks factories.
Meanwhile, updates on the recent boat collision off Baħar ic-Ċagħaq identified the deceased as Keith Caruana, with a 14-year-old boy involved remaining in stable condition, and an eyewitness recounted the horror of the crash. On the international front, Malta stands alone in its opposition to proposed EU tobacco tax reforms, asserting its national prerogative on taxation matters.