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Macron Invites Hariri to MBS Talks, Voices 'Common Desire' to Back Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron invited Prime Minister Saad Hariri to join him for talks and dinner Tuesday at the Elysee Palace with visiting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Macron's office said.

"Before the official dinner, the three leaders will briefly discuss subjects linked to stability in the Middle East, the fight against terrorism, and economic and cultural cooperation," the French statement said.

Speaking at a joint press conference with Bin Salman, Macron said: "We have a common desire with Saudi Arabia to support Lebanon."

Source: Agence France Presse, Naharnet


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