It has now been days since credible reports emerged that Robert Aquilina, a man currently facing serious accusations of domestic violence and the illegal arrest of his own wife – remains not only the Fondazione Falcone’s representative in Malta but also sits comfortably on its General Council.
In any organisation claiming to defend integrity, justice, and the fight against abuse, this should be unthinkable. And yet, the Fondazione Falcone, so often lauded for its moral authority and fearless anti-mafia legacy, has not uttered a single word to distance itself from this embarrassing scandal.
Fondazione Falcone
No clarification. No explanation. No suspension. Nothing.
A Betrayal of Falcone’s Legacy
Giovanni Falcone’s name stands for courage, sacrifice, and relentless pursuit of truth. The Foundation bearing his name is now shackled to the silence of convenience. How can an organisation that claims to champion victims remain mute when its own representative faced serious allegations of domestic abuse?
The silence is more than cowardice. It is complicity.
What Are They Hiding?
Let’s spell this out:
• Robert Aquilina is still the official Maltese representative of Fondazione Falcone.
• He sits on their Council, despite being arraigned in court.
• Maria Falcone, sister of Giovanni and President of the Foundation, has refused to comment.
• No one within the Foundation has moved to suspend him or demand answers.
What is so sacred about Robert Aquilina that an entire Foundation prefers scandal over transparency?
Public Trust is on the Line
This is not just a Maltese embarrassment — it stains an institution recognised across Italy and Europe as a moral compass against organised crime and corruption.
The longer Fondazione Falcone remains silent, the clearer it becomes: they are willing to protect their insider instead of standing with victims.
