Aoun Again Says Not Seeking 'Blocking One-Third'
President Michel Aoun has expressed “dismay” over the ongoing delay in the government formation process, while stressing his “determination” to reach a cabinet line-up despite “the obstacles and demands that arise every now and then.”
According to al-Intichar news portal, Aoun also told his visitors that communication between him and PM-designate Najib Miqati has not stopped, “whether directly or through mediators,” noting that he has “offered all the needed facilitations so that the government can be formed.”
Criticizing those who accuse him of “clinging to a blocking one-third” share in the government, the President reiterated that he has never demanded it.
Separately, Aoun denied that his relation with Army chief General Joseph Aoun has deteriorated as he emphasized that he is not violating the Taef Accord.
Aoun also expressed his desire to return to his private residence in Rabieh, “today rather than tomorrow,” but he underlined that he would not do so before the “last day” of his tenure.
Source: Naharnet
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