Hariri Extends His Visit and Refuses to Comment on the Presidential File

Information from "Al-Anbaa" revealed that President Saad Hariri has extended his visit to Lebanon for a limited period due to the increasing demand for meetings with him on political, spiritual, social, economic, and popular levels. Additionally, he is holding meetings away from the media on all fronts. Visitors to Hariri indicated that the revival of life at the Centre House has energized the stagnant Lebanese political scene and reassured his supporters that the Hariri political approach remains, despite the difficult circumstances. They noted that the suspension of political activity is temporary for the maturation of specific conditions relevant to President Hariri. His relationship with friends and supporters continues through all phases, and he will remain in contact with his supporters spread across various regions of Lebanon. In reference to Hariri's activities and meetings at the Centre House, it was surprising when he reportedly expressed that he does not wish to weigh in on the presidential file, implying neutrality. He had previously pointed out that the head of the Marada Movement, Sleiman Franjieh, and former minister Jihad Azour are both friends of his.