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Between Baabda and Haret Hreik, a bid to ease tensions


Ahmad Mhanna, paid a visit to the Baabda Presidential Palace that few political observers found surprising. After weeks of strained relations between the presidency and Hezbollah, a gesture of outreach had been widely expected.What did stand out were Raad’s remarks after his meeting with President Joseph Aoun. In what appeared to be a prepared statement, he adopted a conciliatory tone, describing the talks as “frank and responsible.” He said Hezbollah was committed to cooperation and understanding in order to achieve the goals of all Lebanese. The details you (may have) missed After Berri’s visit, are Joseph Aoun and Hezbollah heading toward reconciliation? Raad went further, stressing that the state should assume responsibility for the country’s sovereignty, adding that Hezbollah was ready to support it whenever necessary. Despite...
Ahmad Mhanna, paid a visit to the Baabda Presidential Palace that few political observers found surprising. After weeks of strained relations between the presidency and Hezbollah, a gesture of outreach had been widely expected.What did stand out were Raad’s remarks after his meeting with President Joseph Aoun. In what appeared to be a prepared statement, he adopted a conciliatory tone, describing the talks as “frank and responsible.” He said Hezbollah was committed to cooperation and understanding in order to achieve the goals of all Lebanese. The details you (may have) missed After Berri’s visit, are Joseph Aoun and Hezbollah heading toward reconciliation? Raad went further, stressing that the state should assume responsibility for the country’s sovereignty, adding that Hezbollah was ready to support it whenever...
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