Lebanese PM concludes consultation visit in Damascus

Al-Sharq radio correspondent in Damascus said on Wednesday that Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri has concluded a quick visit to Damascus on Wednesday, during which he held talks with Syrian Vice President Abdul Halim Khaddam, Prime Minister Mahmoud al Zou'bi and Foreign Minister Farouk al-Sharaa on the latest bilateral, Arab and regional developments.

According to sources concerned, the Turkish threats and their consequences on security and stability in the region were reviewed. They said Hariri has reassured Lebanon's "solidarity with Syria's position calling for a diplomatic dialogue to settle all problems and settle the crisis."

Hariri said Syria has "enough wisdom and clear vision" that would enable it to eliminate opportunities for any attempts to create more tension in the region.

Hariri stressed that the current situation requires continued care to strengthen the two countries' stances regarding all forthcoming challenges and developments. He indicated the importance of unifying Arab ranks and exerting more efforts to mobilize potentials and create effective Arab solidarity.