Israel 'Hopes' New Lebanese Govt. Will Honor Resolution 1701
Israel’s foreign ministry said Wednesday the Jewish state hopes Lebanon's new government will respect international law and borders and contribute to regional stability.
After five months of negotiations, Prime Minister-designate Najib Miqati announced a new government on Tuesday, with Israel’s arch-foe Hizbullah and its allies dominating the line-up.
"Israel hopes that the new Lebanese government will contribute to reinforcing regional stability and respect for the law along its border," the ministry said.
"Israel expects the Lebanese government to apply United Nations Security Council resolutions, in particular resolution 1701, and it calls for the resolution of all outstanding issues through negotiations and with mutual respect," it added.
U.N. resolution 1701 ended a 2006 war between Israel and Hizbullah that killed more than 1,200 Lebanese, mostly civilians, and more than 160 Israelis, mostly soldiers. It did not lead to a permanent ceasefire agreement.
Source: Agence France Presse
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