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Written question asked by Lord Turnberg (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Howell of Guildford (Conservative) on Wednesday, 27 October 2010.


Lebanon

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the Government of Lebanon about the recent visit of President Ahmadinejad in view of his stated views about Israel.
Answer

We urged the Lebanese Government to ensure that the visit of President Ahmadinejad avoided unnecessary provocation at a highly sensitive time in the Middle East. We also reminded the Lebanese Government of their obligations to enforce UN Security Council resolutions concerning Iran.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2796; 721 c292WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Iran Lebanon Official visits
Link
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