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Lebanon's army chief elected president, showing weakened Hezbollah

Lebanon's army chief elected president, showing weakened Hezbollah


Published on 2025-01-09 12:20:48 - MSN
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  • Lebanon's parliament elected army chief Joseph Aoun head of state on Thursday, filling the vacant presidency with a general who has U.S. support and showing the weakened sway of the Iran-backed Hezbollah group after its devastating war with Israel.

Lebanon's army chief, Gen. Joseph Aoun, was elected as the country's new president, marking a significant political shift as Hezbollah, a powerful Shiite militant group, saw its influence wane. The election came after a prolonged presidential vacancy, highlighting the deep political divisions within Lebanon. Hezbollah, which had previously blocked several presidential candidates, was unable to prevent Aoun's election, indicating a reduction in its political leverage. This development is seen as a potential move towards stabilizing Lebanon's governance, which has been plagued by economic crises and political paralysis. Aoun's military background and his reputation for neutrality are expected to help in navigating the country's complex sectarian politics.

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