United Nations Secretary General spokesman Stephane Dujarric stated that the organization was “closely monitoring” the popular protests in Lebanon.
In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, he demanded that authorities respect the people’s right to hold peaceful rallies.
He also urged them to deal with unauthorized armed groups that may attack the demonstrators.
The UN is in contact with the Lebanese government and international partners to support efforts to confront the pressing challenges, including the economic situation, he added.
He noted that the anti-government protests, which erupted on Thursday, have been overwhelmingly peaceful, calling on all parties to refrain from acts that could stoke tensions or incite violence.
