U.N. Chief Urges 'Effective Govt. of National Unity' in Lebanon
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed "deep concern" over the "rapidly deteriorating" socio-economic situation in Lebanon.
"The people of Lebanon are struggling every day with hyperinflation, acute shortages of fuel, electricity, medicine and even access to clean water," Guterres said in a statement by his spokesman.
He called on all Lebanese political leaders to "urgently form an effective government of national unity."
Guterres added that the new government should be able to "bring immediate relief, justice and accountability to the people of Lebanon and drive an ambitious and meaningful course for reform to restore access to basic services, restore stability, promote sustainable development and inspire hope for a better future."
Source: Naharnet
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