President Michel Sleiman hoped on Tuesday that Christmas would bear the spirit of love and hope to the Lebanese.
“We hope the birth of Christ will allow officials and people to become aware of the situation in Lebanon and to cooperate to improve it through dialogue and respecting others,” he added.
He also urged military and security officials to intensify their measures during the holidays in order to grant the people peace of mind.
Sleiman also received a cable from Iranian President Hassan Rouhani who congratulated him on the holidays.