Tag: Patriarch Beshara Rai

Maronite patriarch’s interview on Syria stirs new criticism

OCP- March 19, 2012

The Daily Star 10/3/2012 BEIRUT: Maronite Patriarch Beshara Rai’s recent remarks on the ongoing developments in Syria and the challenges facing Christians in the region ... Read More

Bkirki committee may recommend return to 1960 election law

OCP- February 9, 2012

The Daily Star 9/2/2012 BEIRUT: In the wake of strong rejection of an electoral law proposed by the Orthodox Gathering, chances are reportedly high for ... Read More

Orthodox, Maronites warn Christians not to sell land

OCP- January 12, 2012

The Daily Star 12/1/2012 BEIRUT: The Maronite League expressed its concern Wednesday over the sharp increase in land sales in Christian districts in Lebanon, as ... Read More

Hazim: Syria unlikely to witness a civil war

OCP- October 22, 2011

The Daily Star 22/10/2011 BEIRUT: Syria is unlikely to face a civil war despite the current unrest in the country, according to the Orthodox patriarch, ... Read More