Speaking on party media, Maltese PM Abela explained why the government took the decision to allow the 400 migrants to disembark in Malta. The four private vessels were allowed to dock on Saturday evening. Some of the migrants had been at sea for over forty days.

Abela said the Armed Forces had considered boarding the vessel – the Europa II – but warned that there could be injuries or even deaths.

The EU washed its hands of the problem and made promises but delivered only empty talk, Abela said, adding that he understood people’s anger because he was angry too.

“Some countries made pledges but said they would only follow through if we opened our ports. The EU knew that there were 400 migrants on board the vessel and told us we were not doing the right thing, but it did nothing to help us. Once again, we had to carry the burden alone.”

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