France for Lebanese-Israeli Negotiations to Normalize Hizbullah
French Prime Minister Francois Fillon is to discuss with Lebanese leaders on Wednesday and Thursday latest local developments as well as ongoing talks between Lebanon and Syria.
French diplomatic sources told the daily An-Nahar that Fillon, during his visit, will sign an agreement on economic cooperation as well as other protocols to assist the Lebanese army.
The sources said France intends to push countries that took part at the Paris 3 Conference to carry out their commitments toward Lebanon.
Elysee”s Secretary General, Claude Gueant, meanwhile, told the pan-Arab daily al-Hayat that Fillon”s visit is aimed at inspecting French troops serving with UNIFIL. Fillon”s trip to Beirut is also a reminder of France”s support to all efforts aimed at maintaining stability in Beirut”s political life.
Gueant said it was important for France that Lebanon considers holding talks with Israel to reach normalization with Hizbullah.