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First Saudi sports team in years visits Lebanon, welcomed by PM Salam

09-05-2025 | 10:19

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First Saudi sports team in years visits Lebanon, welcomed by PM Salam

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam welcomed the Saudi Arabian Basketball Federation team to Lebanon, marking the first visit by a Saudi sports team in years.

“This visit is filled with hope for increased cooperation across various fields and represents an opportunity to strengthen the fraternal ties between our two countries. Welcome to your second home and among your people,” Salam said.

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