Bassil Says Steps Taken over 'Washington' Cable Leaks
Foreign Minister Jebran Bassil on Monday stressed that diplomatic cables leak is “impermissible” especially if it comes in a “systematic or programmed manner.”
In reference to the so-called “Washington leaks,” Bassil said: “Diplomatic cables leak is impermissible whether to the media or to sources outside the ministry, especially if it comes in a systematic manner.”
“I have sent a letter to the Beirut Prosecutor to investigate the issue, and lifted the immunity off some individuals starting with the director of my office, the Secretary-General and the Director of Political Affairs and all those involved,” added the Minister.
“We only seek the truth. The freedom of the press is protected,” he assured.
Last week, three diplomatic reports were leaked from the Lebanese embassy in Washington to al-Akhbar newspaper.
State Security agents raided the building of the newspaper and the Foreign Ministry in abid to find the “parties involved.”
Six diplomats and an employee were interrogated during that raid.
Source: Naharnet
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