Development and Liberation" bloc MP Anwar al-Khalil congratulated the Lebanese on the historic victory of the liberation of large areas of Lebanese lands in Arsal, Al-Qaa and Ras Ein outskirts from the terrorist organizations.

"Such a historic achievement has been realized thanks to the resolute decision by the political authority- led by the President of the Republic- as well as the clear and firm decision of the Prime Minister... in addition to the unity of the Lebanese and their rallying around the national army," MP Khalil said during a national, spiritual ceremony held on Saturday in the district of Hasbaya, Merje'youn, under the patronage and presence of Druze sect Sheikh Naiim Hassan.

Attending the ceremony, which took place at Hasbaya Dar, had been MP Khalil representing House Speaker, Nabih Berri, MP Amine Wehbe representing Prime Minister, Saad Hariri, former PM Fouad Siniora, MP Wael Abu Faour and scores of political, army, parliamentary, religious and local dignitaries.

The ceremony is held annually in Hasbaya, Merjeyoun district marking Eid Al-Adha.

Turning to the forthcoming parliamentary elections, MP Khalil called for early legislative polls as soon as possible in the case the magnetic card was far-fetched.

The Lawmaker called on all the Lebanese political forces to unite around the project of a strong, just and capable state, in order to face the challenges and difficulties surrounding Lebanon in all fields

Source: NNA