Lebanese parliament and Karami's resignation

Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament called for abstaining from launching blind accusations that could exacerbate Lebanese relations with Arab and foreign states.

In his address to the Lebanese Parliament's general session on Monday held to discuss the repercussions Former Lebanese Premier Rafic Hariri's assassination, Nabih Berri said "we are calling for reality and opening the door for national dialogue on all topics that weren't achieved at the Taif agreement.

" Reading the government's statement in the session, Lebanese Premier Omar Karami called for dialogue based on achieving national aspirations and protecting the distinguished relations with Syria, asserting importance of rebuilding those relations on the bases of the joint interests and serious Syrian partnership in facing the "Zionist enemy" and mutual respect of both countries' sovereignty and independence within the framework of cooperation and solidarity.

Meanwhile, Lebanese Member of the Parliament Rubeir Ghanim stressed that dialogue within the framework of the Taif agreement is the only way to save Lebanon.

"Honesty in tackling the Lebanese Syrian relations, which we want them to be distinguished and active, requires working in both states' interest," he added.

For his part, Lebanese Member of the Parliament Jean Obeid underlined complete commitment to the Taif agreement which has become a constitution, asserting intention to implement its items.