"Lavrov warns against the politicization of the Hariri tribunal ..."

NOVOSTI, here

"....Lavrov urged countries to recognize the result of the election, under any outcome.

"We consider it of paramount importance that election results be recognized not only in Lebanon but also by all those who are interested in a stable and independent Lebanon - that is to say, by the entire international community," the minister said.

He also warned against any attempts to politicize the work of an international tribunal investigating the murder of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.....

"Any attempts to influence the tribunal's work are unacceptable," Lavrov said."