(16 Feb 06 - RV) The current situation of Christian Communities in Lebanon and the
political climate in the Middle East were under discussion here at the Vatican today. This
morning Pope Benedict received Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora, and a delegation
of ministers. Following his private meeting with the Holy Father, the prime minister
outlined major concerns facing his government, from his countries relations with neighbouring
Syria to ongoing enquiries into the assassination of former premier Rafik Haririā¦