Turkish Ambassador in Lebanon Aignan Oozheldez denied Monday, following his meeting with Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil, that they tackled the issue of the Lebanese hostages held by al-Nusra Front and the Islamic State in the northeastern town of Arsal.
Separately, FM Bassil also met with US Ambassador to Lebanon David Hale, where they discussed the security and ideological factors in fighting terrorism worldwide. Following the meeting, Hale left without making any statement.