Lebanese religious leaders warn nation is at risk of destabilization
April 01, 2015
Lebanese Christian and Muslim leaders, including the Maronite Catholic patriarch, gathered for a summit on March 30 and warned that political wrangling that has delayed the election of the president threatens Lebanon’s future.
Lamenting the condition of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, the religious leaders also warned that the nation’s ability to host refugees is limited and that if the refugees stay permanently, the nation risks becoming destabilized.
The religious leaders also condemned the persecution of Christians in the region.
For all current news, visit our News home page.
Further information:
- Bkirki Spiritual Summit: Presidential Void Threatens Sovereignty, Security and Cultural Formula (Naharnet)
- Notice from Syriac Catholic Church
All comments are moderated. To lighten our editing burden, only current donors are allowed to Sound Off. If you are a current donor, log in to see the comment form; otherwise please support our work, and Sound Off!
