President of Lebanon Michel Suleiman accepted resignation of Prime Minister Najib Mikati.

His resignation is expected to escalate political struggle, since parliamentary blocs will try to create a coalition having majority of votes. Thus, the coalition will be capable of appointing new premier, RBK reported quoting AP.

After handing in resignation on Friday, Mikati said “it is important for dialogue to begin and for a salvation government to be established during this difficult period,” Reuters reported.

Mikati’s resignation came amid clashes in Tripoli.