Lahoud: Lebanese people showed loyalty to Syria

President Emile Lahoud of Lebanon on Tuesday said that the Lebanese people's expression of loyalty to Syria, for her sacrifices and support, was a clear indication that most of them are committed to boost "brotherly relations" with Syria.

"Lebanese people rallying under their national flag constitutes a motive to enhance national unity which remains the shield that protects Lebanon, particularly during this critical situation," Lahoud added in a statement released by Lebanese Presidency.

"There is a big opportunity for Lebanese people to form a new government that will come in response to what we aspire for ... a national government that includes all parties," President Lahoud said.

Meanwhile, al-Baath Party's Regional Leadership in Lebanon described President Bashar al-Assad's speech before the People's Assembly as a turning point. "President Assad was clear and decisive in unveiling realities and showing Syria's commitment to Lebanon's stability and security," the Party's leadership said in a statement.