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RIYADH: The GCC has called for a ceasefire in Lebanon, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.
In a statement quoted by the SPA, GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi urged all parties to avoid a military escalation along the Lebanese-Israeli border.
They should protect civilians, use self-restraint, and ensure that the conflict does not spread across the region, said Al-Budaiwi.
He added that the parties should adhere to UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and the Taif Agreement.
These agreements call on Israel to respect Lebanon’s borders and not extend its authority across the area. And that Lebanon must exercise control over the use of arms on its territory.
Al-Budaiwi said Lebanon needs to conclude its presidential elections and ensure economic reforms are instituted to fulfill the needs of the nation’s citizens.