Riyadh – French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have jointly called for Lebanon to expedite the election of a new president to address the country’s political paralysis and to initiate necessary reforms for stability.
The leaders underscored the urgency of Lebanon’s political situation, which has been without a president for over a year, exacerbating the nation’s economic and governance crises. They believe that electing a new president is a fundamental step towards stabilizing the country and fostering an environment conducive to reform.
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In addition to discussing Lebanon’s internal politics, Macron and the Crown Prince also focused on regional security, particularly emphasizing the need to maintain the recently achieved ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. This ceasefire came after a series of deadly confrontations in southern Lebanon, where the violence has claimed the lives of nine individuals, escalating tensions in the area.
Both leaders expressed their commitment to de-escalate conflicts and work towards a peaceful resolution in the region, highlighting the strategic partnership between France and Saudi Arabia in contributing to Middle Eastern stability.
Key Points:
- Meeting Location and Purpose: French President Emmanuel Macron met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss Lebanon’s situation.
- Call for Presidential Election: They emphasized the necessity for Lebanon to elect a new president to restore stability and implement reforms.
- Lebanon’s Political Void: Lebanon has been without a president for over a year, contributing to its ongoing crises.
- Ceasefire Support: They reinforced efforts to maintain a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
- Casualties: Nine people have been killed due to the recent clashes in southern Lebanon.
- Commitment to Peace: Both leaders committed to working towards peace and stability in the region.
