French foreign minister says punitive measures 'only the beginning' ahead of Lebanon visit

Update French foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian issued a warning to Lebanese politicians ahead of his visit to the ailing country. (AFP/File)
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Updated 05 May 2021
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French foreign minister says punitive measures 'only the beginning' ahead of Lebanon visit

 French foreign minister says punitive measures 'only the beginning' ahead of Lebanon visit

BEIRUT: French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Wednesday he would carry a strongly worded message to Lebanese politicians when he visits Beirut on Thursday.
The minister said on Twitter that France would deal firmly with those blocking the formation of a new Lebanese government.
“We have taken national measures, and it is only the beginning".