Saudi trip was to consult on country's future: Lebanon PM

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri

Beirut - The Lebanese premier is due to meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.

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By AP

Published: Sat 18 Nov 2017, 8:49 AM

Last updated: Sun 19 Nov 2017, 8:06 AM

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri says his stay in Saudi Arabia has been to consult with officials there on the future of Lebanon and its relations with its Arab neighbours.
He dismisse as "rumors" reports about his alleged detention in the Kingdom.
Hariri's tweet on Friday came hours before he was expected in France two weeks after his surprise resignation in Saudi Arabia.

The office of French President Emmanuel Macron said Hariri was expected in Paris' presidential palace by midday Saturday.
Macron said Hariri will be received "with the honors due a prime minister," even though he has announced his resignation, since Lebanon hasn't yet recognized it.

AP

Published: Sat 18 Nov 2017, 8:49 AM

Last updated: Sun 19 Nov 2017, 8:06 AM

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