Hariri Urges U.S. Solution for Syrian Wave of Refugees
Al-Mustaqbal Movement leader and former Prime Minister Saad Hariri said that the main objective of his visit to the United States is to safeguard Lebanon from the regional repercussions, urging for a quick solution for the Syrian crisis and the burden of refugees flocking into Lebanon.
“The objective of my visit to the United States is related to protecting Lebanon from the regional crises and their repercussions,” said Hariri after meeting members of the Foreign Relations Committee in the House of Representatives led by State Senator Ed Royce.
Hariri noted “The issue of Syrian refugees can have immense consequences if a solution to the Syrian crisis was not found, which requires the U.S. administration's attention and priority in order to evade the immense harm it could reflect on Lebanon and the region.”
Moreover, members of the committee discussed the Iranian intervention in the Arab countries' affairs and the negative effects it has on the region in general.
Al-Mustaqbal leader also met with House Majority leader Kevin McCarthy, Senator John McCain, and Senator Mike Pompeo.
Hariri kicked off his visit to Washington on Wednesday where he met with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, and congressmen of Lebanese origin.
Lebanon is hosting around 1.5 million Syrian refugees, an enormous strain for a country with a population of just four million. The UNHCR has regularly urged the international community to provide Lebanon with greater assistance to tackle the influx.
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As if going to the US and making a little whiny speech asking for a so-called "US solution" could be considered a serious attempt to do anything about it.
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As if your opinion matters. Everybody here knows you are not Lebanese but Iranian shia, so cut the BS.
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focus on the article and stop harassing posters, troll.
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Mowaten , What is it with you and why do you hate Saad Hariri ? Is it sectarian or political by all means let us know.
9 years
Hezbollah,Iran & Syria are equal to ebola to Beautiful Lebanon.
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humble you forgot to log in with your other account.
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focus on the article and stop harassing posters, troll.
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i must remind you that when the Syrian war first started and refugees started flowing to Lebanon we were offered U.N refugee camps where we could have kept refugees in them and surrounded thr camps withbour army like in turkey and Jordan. but unfortunately at the time March 8 and hezbollah blocked the move and wanted to convince us that there was no war and all those Syrians are coming for tourism. now you are ringing alram bells on the refugee situation because they are roaming all over the place , but do u blame your leaders??
9 years
This is a proof that your conspiracy theory is one more time wrong.
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I am not the only one to consider that Ebola is the disease that is destroying Lebanon
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My above mesages are addressed to poor anti-mowaten.
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Senator John MaCain! This poor old man has lost all credibility. He was once a greatly respected moderate Republican... I respected him greatly before and during his presidential campaign! They say old age either makes you more conservative or more liberal. Sometimes it just makes you senile.
9 years
MaCain beter than ever wise and to the point, thanks fir your deep and good analysis on syrian issues.
9 years
yes... exactly why his people love talking about how he sneaked into syria and hung out with the now known Al Qaida representatives in syria called Al Nusra... and lobbied for the USA to send Al Qaida (the enemy) weapons! usually this is called treason! but when a old senile man does it... its not called anything coz it never happened.
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just baseless propaganda thinking that people are naive to believe this rubbish you post. You have no idea the scrutiny a Senator is subjected to. Here you come posting unsubstantiated out of no where ridiculous claims.
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Settle down Marcus...This is fact! Do some research.
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yes, settle down Marcus. Ado or karim or whatever his name is says it is a fact it means FACT!
9 years
Corasaotic tic toc, reporting from Wom, bringing the big dogs, welcome the opportunity is yours to show your beautiful iranian poin on empty views.
9 years
Are Hizballah allowed in Australia? No religious bands / militia supporters should have such freedom when they have such extreeme views how come Australian Intelligence leave you go fee ? Equal to sunni extreeists and you are not better. Hiding behind an Australian flag should not pass the Australian authorities.
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With all respect, Fart Thrower, you see how nice when FPMers are on the loose! Any way, Scum is a matter you are really good at, from Smell, to low language etc. Go Ahead keep on supporting the Islamic Republic of Iran$ with Bassil as the Ace and the link good for him, Smart and deserve all the good fortune while working hard as a Minister,
9 years
no distorter.... basil was accusing hariri of having a plan to settle the syrian refugees in lebanon. Please, mind your language on a public forum, filthy sectarian!
“The issue of Syrian refugees can have immense consequences if a solution to the Syrian crisis was not found, which requires the U.S. administration's attention and priority in order to evade the immense harm it could reflect on Lebanon and the region.”
But flamethrower and basil said there is a "PLAN" being orchestrated by "some" parties to settle Syrian refugees in Lebanon , lol:)