Both leaders stressed the importance of reaching a lasting solution to the conflict in Syria based on the principles of Geneva declaration to end the suffering of the Syrian people, maintain continuity of civilian and military government institutions, preserve the unity and territorial integrity of Syria, and ensure the emergence of a peaceful and pluralistic state free of discrimination or sectarianism. The two leaders assreted that any meaningful political transition would have to include the departure of Bashar Al Asad who has lost legitimacy to lead Syria. The two sides expressed their support for the Iraqi government's efforts to defeat ISIL and encouraged the full implementation of recently-agreed reforms by Parliament. Implementation of these reforms will support security and stability in Iraq and preserve its national unity and territorial integrity, as well as unify the internal front to fight terrorism, which threatens all Iraqis. The two leaders emphasized their continued strong support for Lebanon and its sovereignty, security and stability, and for the Lebanese Armed Forces as they secure Lebanon and its borders and resist extremist threats. The two leaders also affirmed the critical importance of Lebanon’s parliament expeditiously electing a new President in accordance with the Constitution of Lebanon. The two leaders discussed the challenge of global climate change and agreed to work together to achieve a successful outcome at the Paris negotiations in December, considering the Kingdom's special circumstances. Finally, the two leaders discussed a new strategic partnership for the 21st century and how to significantly elevate the relationship between the two countries. His Royal Highness Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Second Deputy Premier and Chairman of the Economic and Development Affairs Council briefed the President on the Kingdom’s views regarding the strategic partnership. The President and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques directed officials in their respective governments to explore appropriate ways to move forward in implementing it in the coming months. The President welcomed an invitation extended by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to visit the Kingdom next year to complete putting the final touches of the strategic partnership for the 21st century between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States. --More 03:38 LOCAL TIME 00:38 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w