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Joseph Aoun: An election built on the ruins of the ‘Axis of Resistance’

Following Hezbollah’s military defeat in Lebanon and the fall of the Assad regime, the focus shifted to unity, “peace” and reconstruction, as well as diplomatic relations based on “equality and mutual respect.”

Joseph Aoun: An election built on the ruins of the ‘Axis of Resistance’

The new president, Joseph Aoun, upon his arrival at Parliament, Jan. 9, 2025. (Credit: Mohammad Yassine/L'Orient-Le Jour)

Why was Joseph Aoun elected as the 14th president of Lebanon after more than two years of deadlock? The answer lies primarily in his inaugural address — a powerful, even historic, speech that was firm yet unifying. Notably absent was any mention of...
Why was Joseph Aoun elected as the 14th president of Lebanon after more than two years of deadlock? The answer lies primarily in his inaugural address — a powerful, even historic, speech that was firm yet unifying. Notably absent was any mention of...