Lebanon opposition move an 'olive branch' to end feud

0 Comments | AFP, September, 2007

BEIRUT (AFP) — Lebanon's ruling coalition was on Saturday studying a fresh proposal by the Syrian-backed opposition seen as a last-ditch olive branch that could help end the country's long-running political crisis.

The compromise plan was unveiled amid fears of further divisions following declarations by rival political leaders that have raised fears of two governments and two presidents, a stark reminder of the chaos in the aftermath of the country's 1975-1990 civil war.

On Friday, prominent opposition figure and parliament speaker Nabih Berri said his camp was willing to drop a demand for a unity government if the country's feuding political parties agree on a candidate for the presidency.

"We are holding consultations, and this will take two to three...