Connelly Meets Miqati, Welcomes Discussions to Form Govt. that 'Reflects People's Aspirations'

U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Maura Connelly praised on Friday discussions aimed at forming a new government in Lebanon, announced the U.S. Embassy in a statement.

She welcomed after holding talks with Prime Minister Najib Miqati “the efforts of responsible leaders, under President Michel Suleiman’s leadership, to discuss the way forward for a government that reflects the aspirations of the Lebanese people and strengthens Lebanon’s stability, sovereignty, and independence.

The ambassador and the premier discussed the political and security situation in Lebanon and the region.

During this time, Connelly called on all parties to exercise restraint and respect for Lebanon’s stability and security.

She reiterated the commitment of the United States to a stable, sovereign, and independent Lebanon.