Miqati Says Hasn't Interfered in Judiciary Work, Urged Protecting 'Institutions' Not 'Individuals'

Prime Minister Najib Miqati stated Wednesday that “it's not true that we've interfered in the work of the judiciary.”

Miqati, from the Grand Serail, said “we haven’t interfered in any decision taken by the judiciary, we have emphasized abiding by the rules in judicial matters and preserving institutions over defending individuals.”

He called on everyone to cooperate to revive Lebanon and the Lebanese.

“We are on the verge of completing the main tasks and we will carry on with our mission,” he said.

Miqati stressed that “it is our duty to stop the disruption and resume Cabinet sessions to accomplish the requested rescue steps.”