Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called Friday for Arab and international support as Beirut engages in what he described as difficult negotiations with Israel, according to the state-run National News Agency.
Salam's remarks came during a ceremony held by the Al-Maqasid Association to honor its former president, Faisal Sinno.
"We have no way out of our predicament except by confronting the whole truth, however bitter it may be, so that together, without exclusion or coercion, we can strengthen our internal structure and reinforce our institutions," said Salam.
He suggested "mobilizing all Arab and international support to bolster Lebanon’s position in the difficult negotiations that began yesterday” with Israel.
Salam's remarks coincided with the U.S.' announcement that a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by 45 days following what Washington described as "highly productive" talks between the two sides.
