Lebanese parliament stands minute of silence for late Kuwaiti Amir

BEIRUT, Sept 30 (KUNA) -- The Lebanese parliament members stood a minute of silence Wednesday in respect of late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who passed away yesterday.
"Lebanon has lost a dear friend a brother, Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah," Speaker Nabih Berri said at the opening of the session.
MP Hadi Abulhassan, speaking to KUNA on his way to the session, extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Kuwait and said Lebanon would never forget the support of Kuwait during the "days of hardship and prosperity." He wished success for His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
MP Fareed Al-Khazen said the minute silence was the "least the parliament can do for a leader known for his support and love of Lebanon and its people." (end) ff.bs