Beirut, June 17 -- Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora sharply criticised US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Syria could play a role in dealing with Hezbollah in Lebanon, calling the idea a "gross mistake" that could "create political and internal strife and sedition in the country."

Speaking to ANI, Siniora said that US President Trump's assessment of the situation in Lebanon was only partly accurate, agreeing with the US President's criticism of Israel's military actions while rejecting any proposal for Syrian involvement.

"Fifty per cent in criticising the role being taken by the Israelis in maintaining their aggression against Lebanon. So he is correct in addressing Netanyahu about this matter. But he is very incor...