Hariri: Lebanon supports Saudi stance in Riyadh, Ottawa diplomatic row

BEIRUT - 7 August 2018: Lebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri on Tuesday expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia in its diplomatic row with Canada.

In statements before chairing a meeting of the Future Movement, Hariri said Lebanon rejects any interference in the internal affairs of other countries and respects Saudi Arabia's full sovereignty.

He urged the Canadian government to reconsider its stance for keeping its distinguished relations with Saudi Arabia.