NNA - Caretaker Minister of Industry, MP George Bushkian, affirmed that "history repeats itself in the presidential file," noting that Speaker Berri called for dialogue, but the blocs rejected the invitation.
 
Speaking to "Voice of All Lebanon" Radio Station this morning, Bushkian believed that Lebanese officials should "conduct a dialogue with all parties and define priorities and how to proceed accordingly..."

"We must protect ourselves in order to get out of these crises in which we live," the minister added. 

Finally, he ruled out electing a president soon, saying, "I do not see a president this year."

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