European Commissioner on resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister – European Commission press release/Non-UN document

Resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister, Omar Karami
Press Release – Brussels 28/02/05

Following the resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister, Omar Karami, and his government this evening, European Commissioner for External Relations and European Neighbourhood Policy, Benita Ferrero-Waldner, has said:

"I hope that the situation in Lebanon remains calm and the channels of dialogue between the different political groups open.

In this difficult period Lebanon is facing after the tragic events of 14 February it is important for parliamentary elections to take place as planned in May.

These forthcoming elections should be held in accordance with a free and fair electoral process, without any foreign interference or influence, and under the sovereign control of the Lebanese authorities.

We will continue to follow political developments in Lebanon closely."