Overview

• Johnston, 50, was involved in a three-hour standoff with police in St Julian's.
• He threatened hotel staff with a replica gun before the police confrontation.
• Ghirxi, 48, had filed harassment reports against Johnston earlier this year.
• European Parliament President Roberta Metsola condemned the violence, calling for action against gender-based violence.
• The Irish Department of Foreign Affairs is providing consular assistance.