Moussa arrives in Syria to discuss Lebanese situation

(With POL-SAUDI-MOUSSA series) DAMASCUS, July 8 (KUNA) -- After departing Saudi Arabia earlier, Arab League Secretary-General Amr Moussa arrived here Sunday to discuss developments in Lebanon and in the Palestinian territories with Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad and local officials.
As stipulated by the recent emergency meeting of Arab foreign ministers, the two-day visit to Syria aims to settle Lebanon's escalating situation, ensuring stability, and ending political assassinations.
Last June 19, Amr Moussa visited Lebanon and held talks that focused on forming a national unity government, sticking to the date of presidential elections constitutionally set to take place during September 25 to November 25, as well matters relevant to Palestinian arms in Lebanon.
Moussa's talks in Saudi Arabia focused on overall developments in the Arab world, especially in Lebanon, Iraq and in the Palestinian territories.
Moussa's visits are part of a tour aimed at settling unrest in Arab nations. (end) am.ayh KUNA 082205 Jul 07NNNN