Doha: The Emir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has sent a cable to Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari expressing his condolences and sympathies for the families of victims in two devastating fire accidents in Karachi and Lahore.

The Deputy Emir and Heir Apparent H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has also sent a cable of condolences to Pakistani President.

The Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani has sent a similar cable to Asif Ali Zardari.

Prime Minister greets new Libyan premier   

Doha: The Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani phoned last night Libya’s new Prime Minister Mustafa Abu Shagour, congratulating him on his election.

The conversation also dealt with bilateral relations, in addition to a number of issues of mutual interest.

QNA