Lebanon elects new president
The Lebanese Parliament failed to elect Joseph Aoun as president during the first voting session on Thursday, as he did not secure the required two-thirds majority of votes.
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri adjourned the initial session and announced a second voting session, which began two hours later.
These sessions aim to end a presidential vacancy that has lasted for more than two years, exacerbating Lebanon's political and economic crises.
International and regional support had raised expectations that Joseph Aoun would be elected, with Lebanese officials previously indicating a likely consensus.
Moment Joseph Aoun is announced as President
Joseph Aoun secures 99 votes
The Lebanese opposition announced on Wednesday evening their consensus on electing Army Commander General Joseph Aoun as President, a move that could help resolve the presidential vacuum that has persisted for over two years.
With the Shiite duo, Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, withdrawing support for Suleiman Frangieh, Aoun emerged as a unifying candidate, gaining increasing agreement among opposition factions.
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Joseph Aoun elected President of Lebanon
Joseph Aoun has been elected as the new President of Lebanon, securing votes of two-thirds of the MPs.
Aoun, the commander of the Lebanese Armed Forces, gained widespread support from both local political factions and international stakeholders.
Vote counting begins after 128 cast their ballots
The proceedings come amidst political tensions, particularly following the recent aggression from 'Israeli' forces.
