Despite Syrian support and Khaddam 's mediation , Rashid Karami ( the Sunni Muslim Prime Minister of Lebanon ) did not have enough support to appoint a cabinet .
Clashes between the Syria - loyal PLA and militants occurred throughout the country .
Despite Syria support and Khaddam 's mediation , Rashid Karami ( the Sunni Muslim Prime Minister of Lebanon ) did not have enough support to appoint a cabinet .
Clashes between the Syria - loyal PLA and militants occurred throughout the country .