Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi returned to Prague to continue with his family holiday this afternoon.

Dr Gonzi yesterday cut short his private visit to return to Malta to convene cabinet because of the developments in Libya.

In a news conference this morning, he announced that Malta recognised the transitional council as the Libyan government.

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