VATICAN CITY, JUN 28, 2007 (VIS) - The Holy See Press Office released the following communique late this afternoon:
"In the afternoon of today, June 28, Fouad Siniora, prime minister of Lebanon, met with Cardinal Secretary of State Tarcisio Bertone S.D.B. who was accompanied by Archbishop Dominique Mamberti, secretary for Relations with States.
"The cordial meeting provided an opportunity to examine the delicate situation in the region, with reference to the situation and the problems of Christian communities in the Middle East. The discussions then dwelt on the political difficulties of Lebanon, on the serious risks to its security, and on initiatives underway to overcome the current crisis. Particular emphasis was given to the need to relaunch dialogue among all components of society, each of which is called to contribute to the common good of the country. The international community is asked to accompany these efforts, so decisive for Lebanon and for all the Middle East."
OP/SINIORA/BERTONE VIS 20070702 (170)
"In the afternoon of today, June 28, Fouad Siniora, prime minister of Lebanon, met with Cardinal Secretary of State Tarcisio Bertone S.D.B. who was accompanied by Archbishop Dominique Mamberti, secretary for Relations with States.
"The cordial meeting provided an opportunity to examine the delicate situation in the region, with reference to the situation and the problems of Christian communities in the Middle East. The discussions then dwelt on the political difficulties of Lebanon, on the serious risks to its security, and on initiatives underway to overcome the current crisis. Particular emphasis was given to the need to relaunch dialogue among all components of society, each of which is called to contribute to the common good of the country. The international community is asked to accompany these efforts, so decisive for Lebanon and for all the Middle East."
OP/SINIORA/BERTONE VIS 20070702 (170)
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