Beirut, Lebanon
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Derek Plumbly met today Lebanese Member of Parliament Boutros Harb.
Mr. Plumbly briefed MP Harb on the recent report of Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on the implementation of Security Council resolution 1701 that was presented to the Security Council last week.
He also discussed with MP Harb the Syrian crisis and the security and political implications here in Lebanon. The Special Coordinator stressed that Lebanon should stand united against threats to its security and stability and welcomed efforts aimed at ending the current political impasse.
MP Harb underlined the concerns over the assassinations and assassination attempts that have taken place in Lebanon. The Special Coordinator strongly condemned those crimes and underlined the importance of putting an end to impunity and bringing those responsible to justice.