Lebanon sends a message to Kofi Annan over extension to Lahoud

Lebanon on Monday rejected any foreign intervention in its internal affairs, particularly proposing the presidency election issue to the UN Security Council.

In a message sent to UN Secretary General Kofi Annan and Security Council by Lebanese Foreign Ministry, Lebanon said bids of some countries to interfere in the internal Lebanese affair under the pretext of respecting the constitution is a violation of the international laws and norms.

The Lebanese Foreign Ministry said the Syrian presence in Lebanon comes in accordance with bilateral agreements between Syria and Lebanon and is covered by the authorized legitimate institutions in the two states.

The message stressed that the Syria's role in Lebanon supports and enhances the national institutions, and it contributes to controlling security in the country.