Fishermen Relief Package: Prime Minister Robert Abela announced electricity and water service charge cuts for fishermen in Marsaxlokk—55% off electricity for MFA/MFB vessels and 57% off water, with a 17% electricity reduction for MFC vessels—plus talks on converting an abandoned Xatt is-Sajjieda building into a Malta Food Agency facility with cold storage. Power Cuts Politics: Energy Minister Miriam Dalli asked social partners through MCESD for measures to manage electricity demand during peak heatwave conditions, insisting the discussions won’t mean higher bills or tariff changes. Public Accounts Clash: Labour’s PAC gamble is in focus as the committee’s first meeting saw the Opposition push for an NAO report on the 2023 power cuts, only for the government to postpone it to November. Daphne Trial Update: In the Yorgen Fenech trial, former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri continued denying allegations under cross-examination, rejecting claims he commissioned the Daphne Caruana Galizia murder or influenced the investigation. EU Migration Enforcement: The EU finalised plans for a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Benghazi under Operation IRINI, funded by Italy and Malta, drawing criticism from rights groups over potential interception and returns. Libya Diplomacy: US envoy Massad Boulos’ “unification” push faces questions after meetings with rival Libyan leaders and other key actors, but no clear roadmap has emerged. State Finances: NSO data shows central government debt edging toward €12bn, reaching €11,929.3m by end-June 2026, alongside a €463.5m consolidated fund deficit for the first half. Court Setback for Smart City: Shoreline’s bid to lift a €43m precautionary garnishee order tied to the Smart City project was rejected by the court.