Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Beshara Boutros Rahi called on the political class in Lebanon to correct their political malpractices towards the Lebanese people.

"The blood of our martyrs pleads the consciousness of politicians to be up to the level of the political, financial, social and economic challenges," Patriarch Rahi said during a Mass service at "Saint IlLige Church" in Mayfouq.

Rahi urged all political components to preserve the characteristics of Lebanon compared with other Arab countries, according to its National Pact and Constitution.

He also highlighted the importance of Lebanon's role in staying aloof from the regional and international conflicts, saying "let Lebanon be a role model in making peace and stability, and let it be a place for religions, civilizations and cultural meetings."

The Prelate also called on politicians to exert more efforts to enhance the economic sector in Lebanon, starting with finding new job opportunities for Lebanese youth and far-reaching the decrease of public debts.

Commenting on the Syrian Refugees file, Rahi wished the return of the Syrian displaced to their country, in order to recover their rights and properties.

"Lebanon is in dire need of a new dawn of political class, and this could be achieved through by-elections or in the upcoming parliamentary elections," Rahi concluded

Source: AFP