Hariri Supports Miqati in 'Vital Reform Mission'

Ex-Prime Minister Saad Hariri on Friday announced his support for new Prime Minister Najib Miqati in “his vital mission to stop the collapse and launch reforms.”

“Finally, our country has a government after 12 months of void,” Hariri said in a tweet.

A new government was formed earlier in the day, ending a 13-month impasse as the country grapples with one of the worst crises in its history.

Holding back tears, Miqati said he recognized the pain of the Lebanese and pledged to gain control of one of the world's worst economic meltdowns.

Lebanon has been without a fully empowered government since the catastrophic Aug. 4, 2020 explosion at Beirut port, which forced the resignation of then Prime Minister Hassan Diab’s government.