Basil Softens Relations with Saudi Arabia?

Observers say that the leader of the Free Patriotic Movement, Gebran Basil, is earnestly trying to gain support from Dar Al-Fatwa, considering its influence on the positions of Sunni MPs. He is also seeking to soften relations with Saudi Arabia through this channel, hinting that he is willing to change course if he successfully reaches the presidency, especially since he views Hezbollah's reservations about him assuming the position as a stab in the back. According to "Al-Arab" in London, observers doubt that Basil's efforts will yield any results in the absence of trust from the opposing parties, who do not wish to repeat the mistake of supporting Aoun for the presidency.