U.N. Chief Urges Restraint

U.N. Chief Urges Restraint

U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon called on rival forces to show restraint in Lebanon and peacefully resolve their political differences, his press office said Friday.

"Everything should be done at this time to keep this situation from deteriorating," it said in a statement. "The parties should address their political differences through peaceful means and dialogue."

Ban "calls on all parties to exercise restraint," it said.

"He is aware of the continuing mediation role of the Secretary-General of the Arab League, Amr Moussa, and continues to offer his full support," the statement said.