"We don't want to escalate. We want to stop that bickering," Franjieh said at a press conference from his hometown of Bnashii in north Lebanon.
Franjieh on Wednesday continued his attacks on Maronite Patriarch Nasrallah Sfeir, urging him to resign "because archbishops who reach the age of 74 are asked to quit."
Franjieh also accused Sfeir of working as a "cover for a critical scheme."
"Statements by Bkirki and the archbishops are not less decent than those (made) by some politicians who are known for their street talk," Franjieh told NBN television.
Friday's press conference came as the Council of Maronite Bishops was holding an extraordinary session in Bkirki. No official statement was issued after the meeting and Bishop Samir Mazloum announced that there would be further consultations.
"We're not seeking trouble with Bkirki," Franjieh stressed in a quiet tone.
"But if he (Sfeir) wants to talk politics, he will hear politics," Franjieh said.
He said Bkirki dealt "positively" with his remarks on NBN, warning that pro-Sfeir demonstrations would be met by pro-Franjieh protests.
Franjieh's interview with NBN had caused public outrage, sending hundreds of sympathizers to Bkirki in support of Sfeir.
Source: Naharnet
Tags: Christians, Maronites, Opposition, Patriarch Nasrallah Sfeir, Suleiman Franjieh
