Lebanon finally has a new president. It ends a two-year vacuum but his challenge is huge
Friday, 10 January 2025 () Hezbollah, relations with Israel, and a five-year economic crisis are just some of the problems for the country which was heavily targeted by Israel’s bombing last year.
Lebanon’s political stalemate has ended with the election of Army Chief Joseph Aoun as president, after 13 failed attempts and over a year without a leader. Aoun’s election comes during a delicate ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, following devastating clashes that left Lebanon reeling. Backed by international powers like the US and Saudi Arabia, Aoun’s presidency is seen as a potential turning point for the country’s fractured politics and strained international relations.Hezbollah’s role in the election has raised questions about its future influence, especially as the group has been weakened by the recent conflict with Israel. Aoun, viewed as a reformist leader, faces monumental challenges, including rebuilding Lebanon’s shattered economy, navigating the fragile peace with Israel, and maintaining national unity amid deep political divisions.
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Israel and Hezbollah agreed to pull their forces out of southern Lebanon before the end of January. The area will then be secured by the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers, as part of the agreed conditions of the ceasefire.
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In a bold and chilling warning, Hezbollah’s Deputy Secretary-General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, has stated that the group’s patience with Israel is rapidly running out, hinting that an attack could occur at any moment. Speaking at a recent event honoring martyrs Qassem Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, Qassem reaffirmed Hezbollah’s commitment to resisting Israeli aggression and supporting the Palestinian cause. He emphasized that Hezbollah’s leadership will decide when and how to act, making it clear that the group is prepared to strike whenever it sees fit. Qassem also reflected on Hezbollah's success in deterring Israeli advances during the 2024 conflict, underscoring the group's resilience and determination to protect Lebanon’s sovereignty. As tensions continue to rise, his remarks have sent shockwaves across the region, particularly in Israel, where concerns about Hezbollah’s next move are mounting.
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