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| Pedersen: The U.N. is committed to Hariri Tribunal | |
| 2008-02-14 | |
| Lebanon’s parliament majority leader Saad Hariri met with Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations in Lebanon, Geir Pedersen in a farewell visit on the occasion of the end of his mission in Lebanon. After the meeting, Pedersen said: "It was an opportunity to convey a message to Mr. Hariri on the eve of the sad anniversary of the assassination of his father. I assured him of the full commitment of the United Nations over the investigation into the assassination of former Prime Minister Hariri and others who were martyred in this sad day three years ago. Also assured him of our full commitment to the International Tribunal. “ He added: “We are convinced that the International Tribunal will start its work soon. “ He continued: “The importance of this lies in bringing to justice all those involved in the murder. This should help to boost the sovereignty , stability and independence of Lebanon “ Pedersen thanked Saad Hariri for his cooperation during the past three years, and wished him every success.
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| Posted by:Fred |