Berri discusses Gaza, presidential stalemate with Egyptian Ambassador

House Speaker, Nabih Berri, on Friday welcomed at his Ain Al-Tineh residence Director General of Lebanon's General Security, Elias Baisari, with whom he discussed general and security-related issues. Berri also met with Egyptian Ambassador to Lebanon, Alaa Moussa, with whom he discussed political developments in Lebanon and the region, particularly the ongoing Gaza conflict. Moussa emphasized that the situation in Gaza significantly impacts Lebanon, especially the South. The pair also discussed Lebanon's presidential file, with Moussa noting Berri's efforts to break the deadlock. For his part, Berri stressed the importance of separating Gaza developments from the presidential process to facilitate progress. Moussa further mentioned the upcoming meetings of the Quintet (International Group for Lebanon), reiterating the group's commitment to dialogue with Lebanese parties to resolve the impasse. Additionally, Moussa expressed hope that de-escalation in Gaza could positively influence stability in Lebanon 's south. Source: National news agency - Lebanon