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US vigorously opposed Georges Abdallah's release from France: Reuters

Al Mayadeen English   Source: Agencies    2025-01-17 13:58    Shares
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In its letter, the US Department of Justice reiterated concerns that the release of the Lebanese revolutionary would jeopardize the safety of American diplomats.

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