Berri”s Bloc Decides to be Prudent in Decision to Name PM
The Development and Liberation bloc on Monday rejected what it called "threats" by MP Saad Hariri and said it would take its time before deciding on a name for the premier”s post.
"The bloc, which rejects threats, decided to be prudent before naming anyone to form the cabinet," it said following a meeting headed by Speaker Nabih Berri in Ain el-Tineh.
During an iftar on Sunday, parliamentary majority leader Hariri said he would deal "likewise" with those who do not support his re-appointment as premier-designate and warned that he will reject demands imposed on him by force.
Berri”s bloc also said Monday that it would take its time to name the prime minister pending a "clear stance" on Hariri”s "commitment to a national unity cabinet based on the 15-10-5 formula."
The statement added that Hariri”s threat to deal "likewise" with the other side means he rejects the formation of a unity government.