Ogasapian: Government Cautious for UNIFIL Role, Cooperation with Army

Local Editor

Minister of State Jean Ogasapian said that discussions in the Cabinet yesterday were calm, rational and objective. He clarified that the government was asked to send a promising letter to the international community and the UN Security Council, with instructions to Lebanon's envoy to the UN, Nawwaf Salam to confirm Lebanon's commitment to international resolutions.

In an interview with "Sound of Lebanon" radio, Ogasapian said that if the UNIFIL trespass its powers in resolution 1701, it is then the Lebanese government is responsible to take appropriate measures.

Minister of State praised the security meeting in Tebnine between the army and the UNIFIL, which had a positive effect on some issues, enhancing understanding. Ogasapian confirmed that the situation in Lebanon is stabled and good, revealing a decision to enforce the Lebanese army forces in the south, with more cooperation and coordination with the UNIFIL and southerners.