Alternattiva Demokratika has condemned the arson which took place on Wednesday at the home of newspaper editor Saviour Balzan.

“Saviour Balzan will not be intimidated by such cowardly acts and will set an example to those who are in effect the real target, onlookers who may be tempted not to voice their support for a reasonable immigration policy.

“The arsonists are effectively injuring the whole community through these attacks which are a clear form of terrorism since they are aimed at spreading fear and making cowards of all onlookers,” AD chairman Dr Harry Vassallo said.

Dr Vassallo invited all those who had not yet spoken out clearly on the immigration issue to make their voices heard.

“Silence and prudence will give victory to those who seem to be inebriated by their ability to strike with impunity so far. They must be left under no illusion that the whole country wants them caught and punished. This criminal practice must be nipped in the bud ,” Dr Vassallo concluded.