Watch: Malta sees biggest pro-choice rally so far as hundreds rally in Valletta
A crowd of several hundred on Sunday afternoon shouted pro-choice slogans at the biggest rally of its kind to be held in Malta so far. A counter-protest organised by a coalition of anti-abortion organisations attracted significantly fewer numbers. Pro-choice activists gathered at 2pm at Castille Place and marched through central Valletta. Some of those present shouted slogans such as: “Banal laws do not make us criminals,” “Not church, not state, a woman’s right is not a crime,” and “safe free and legal" as drummers provided rhythm to the march. Pro-choice activist Lara Dimitrijevic said the message was becoming louder and clearer that change was needed. “The turnout is a really strong one and even recent polls show a strong majority in favour of the decriminalisation of abortion,” she said in comments to Times of Malta. Alex Dimitrijevic, speaking on behalf of Men Against Violence, said men should be more vocal in defending a woman's right to choose. "Not only because our wives and daughters might need an abortion, but also because its the right thing to do," he said. The activity ended at Hastings Garden were several local and foreign guests delivered speeches. Speakers...