Lebanese Prime Minister: Qardahi's resignation was "necessary"

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati said in a statement today, Friday, that the resignation of Information Minister George Kordahi was "necessary" after the crisis that arose with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states.

"We look forward to restoring normal relations with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries," Mikati added.

Mikati called on all Lebanese parties "not to offend in any way the brotherly and friendly countries or to interfere in their affairs."

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