Lebanese PM Hariri rethinking decision to resign

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri said Wednesday he's rethinking his decision to resign, at the request of the country's president.

"I offered my resignation to President [Michel] Aoun and he asked me to delay presenting it, to allow for more consultations and deliberations, and I agreed to his request," Hariri said.

"I look forward to serious participation from all political powers to put Lebanon's interests over any other interests," Hariri said.

Hariri resigned on Nov. 4 while visiting Saudi Arabia amid political tensions. A long-time Saudi ally, he accused Iran-backed Hezbollah of destabilizing Lebanon and said Iran was sowing "fear and destruction" and interfering in Arab affairs.

The 47-year-old prime minister also said he feared a possible assassination attempt.
 [upi.com]
 22/11/17
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