Joseph Aoun elected President of Lebanon for the 13th time in 2 years

Lebanon News / Joseph Aoun elected President of Lebanon for the 13th time in 2 years

Lebanon News - Joseph Aoun elected President of Lebanon for the 13th time in 2 years

Lebanon News: Lebanon's parliament on Thursday elected the country's military commander Joseph Aoun as president. With this decision, the post of president, which was vacant for the last two years, is now filled. Joseph Aoun's appointment was successful in the 13th attempt by the country's legislature. It is worth noting that the term of former President Michel Aoun ended in October 2022 and the post was vacant since then.

Became president with the support of America and Saudi Arabia

Joseph Aoun was considered the favorite candidate of America and Saudi Arabia. This support is of great importance for Lebanon, as the country is in dire need of international help to recover from the economic crisis and rebuild. Along with this, it is also necessary to ensure that the Israeli army is completely withdrawn from southern Lebanon under the agreement with Israel.

Conflict between Israel and Hezbollah

Joseph Aoun's appointment comes at a time when many challenges exist in Lebanon. Recently, a shaky ceasefire agreement has been reached to stop the ongoing 14-month conflict between Israel and Lebanon's militant group Hezbollah. This voting has taken place a few weeks after this ceasefire. Meanwhile, Lebanon's leaders are seeking financial help from the international community to carry forward the country's reconstruction work.

Lebanon: A historical country

Lebanon is a small but historical country located in Western Asia. Its capital is Beirut, which is considered one of the oldest and culturally rich cities in the Middle East. Lebanon borders Israel to the south and Syria to the north and east. Lebanon gained independence in 1943. Prior to this, the region was under the rule of various civilizations, including the Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Ottoman Empires.

The journey from French rule to independence

Lebanon was under France in the early 20th century. After World War II, Lebanon formally gained independence in 1944. Banking and tourism are major contributors to the country's economy. However, Lebanon has faced several serious economic and political crises in the 21st century. These include recession, government instability, and the devastating explosion in Beirut in 2020.

Political role of Hezbollah

Religious factions have a significant influence in Lebanon's politics. The southern part of the country is under the influence of the Hezbollah organization. Hezbollah, a Shia Muslim militant and political organization, plays an important role in Lebanon's politics. The Lebanese Civil War, which lasted from 1975 to 1990, deeply affected the country's politics and social structure. Lebanon's political situation has remained unstable since the civil war.

Economic crisis and reconstruction challenge

Lebanon has faced several economic crises in the 21st century. In recent years, the country has faced problems such as recession, corruption, and government instability. The explosion at Beirut Port in 2020 dealt a major blow to the country's economy. Since then, Lebanon has been looking for international help. It is expected that the appointment of Joseph Aoun will bring political stability to the country and strengthen Lebanon's position at the international level.

Lebanese culture and food

Lebanon is also known for its rich cultural heritage. Its traditional food hummus, tabbouleh, fattoush, kebab and baklava are famous all over the world. Apart from this, Lebanon's musical and literary tradition is also very rich.

New beginning with new challenges

After Joseph Aoun became president, Lebanon faces many challenges. The country not only has to solve its internal problems but also has to balance its relations with neighboring countries. With the help of the international community, Lebanon can carry forward its reconstruction work and find a way out of the economic crisis. The main challenge before the new government will be to maintain political stability and revive the country economically.