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PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

Behind the scenes of the ultimate diplomatic push for Joseph Aoun

The pressure has convinced the opposition and several blocs close to Hezbollah to announce their support for the army's commander-in-chief.

Behind the scenes of the ultimate diplomatic push for Joseph Aoun

French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian during a meeting with the head of Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc, Mohammad Raad, on Jan. 8, 2025. (Photo provided by Hezbollah's press service.)

It will be Joseph Aoun... or no one. If not, Lebanon will neither benefit from the promised aid nor gain the attention of the international community. This is the clear message that Lebanese officials have received from various powers through envoys...
It will be Joseph Aoun... or no one. If not, Lebanon will neither benefit from the promised aid nor gain the attention of the international community. This is the clear message that Lebanese officials have received from various powers through envoys...