The following is the telegram of condolences for the tragic death of the journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia last Monday in Malta, sent on behalf of the Holy Father by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin to the archbishop of Malta, H.E. Msgr. Charles J. Scicluna:

Telegram

The Most Reverend Charles J. Scicluna
Archbishop of Malta

Saddened by the tragic death of Daphne Caruana Galizia, His Holiness Pope Francis offers prayers for her eternal rest, and asks you kindly to convey his condolences to her family. The Holy Father also assures you of his spiritual closeness to the Maltese people at this difficult moment, and implores God’s blessings upon the nation.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State