UN secretary-general says Lebanese politicians ‘paralyze' country, demands ‘truth' about Beirut blast
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited Lebanon to meet with the country’s leaders amid the economic crisis.
The head of the United Nations had harsh words for Lebanese politicians during a visit today.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Lebanon’s leaders must do more to alleviate suffering amid the country’s debilitating economic crisis.
“The Lebanese people expect their political leaders to restore the economy, provide a functioning government, end corruption & safeguard human rights,” said Guterres in a tweet. “Political leaders do not have the right to be divided & paralyze the country.”
Guterres met with several Lebanese politicians in Beirut, including President Michel Aoun, Prime Minister Najib Mikati and speaker of the parliament Nabih Berri. He also spoke with unnamed religious leaders, according to Guterres’ Twitter.
