Primary motives behind Saad Hariri’s resignation

 Lebanese Prime Minister, Saad Hariri announced in a speech broadcast from Saudi Arabia on Saturday he has resignden, citing many reasons, including the security situation in Lebanon, for his sudden decision.     Lebanese Prime Minister, Saad Hariri announced in a speech broadcast from Saudi Arabia on Saturday he has resigned, citing many reasons, including the security situation in Lebanon, for his sudden decision.   Hariri announced his resignation following visits to Saudi Arabia.     He said that he sensed a plot being hatched against his life. Hariri also accused Iran and Hezbollah of meddling in the affairs of the Arab countries.      This comes as Lebanese President Michel Aoun on October 31 stressed Iran’s significant role in the Middle East, saying the Islamic Republic is a regional power and part of the solution to the region’s woes.      “Iran is present and has its influence in the Middle East and it must be taken into account,” he said.     The following infographics considers the likely motives behind Hariri's decision.