Suleiman Discusses Nakba Day Clashes with Connelly, Calls on Security Council, U.S. to Hold Israel Accountable

President Michel Suleiman held talks on Monday with U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Maura Connelly on the security and political repercussions of Sunday’s Nakba Day clashes between Lebanon, Syria, and Israel.

He called on the United States to urge the Jewish state to respect international laws and agreements, once again condemning its attack against unarmed civilians.

Furthermore, the president called on the U.N. Security Council and United States to hold Israel accountable for its actions and force it to exert serious efforts to reach fair and comprehensive peace in the Middle East.

Suleiman later met with Army Commander General Jean Qahwaji to discuss Sunday’s unrest and the army’s actions during the clashes.