A summit of Christian religious leaders was held at the seat of the Maronite Patriarchate in Bkirki on Monday to emphasize the need to elect a president and reject extremism.
The gatherers announced after the meeting their rejection of “extremist religious speeches that are employed to achieve bloody goals.”
They demanded support for the army in its duty in combating terrorism, while stressing the need to fill the vacuum in the presidency that “is weighing heavily on the functioning of state institutions.”
“The utmost importance must be placed on the election of a president,” said the meeting, which was chaired by Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi.
Furthermore, the gatherers urged concerned officials “to work hard and honestly in confronting the economic and social crisis that is affecting everyone, especially the youths.”
“We demand equal partnership for all, which will ensure fair representation in society.”