Lebanese Army Commander Joseph Aoun a top contender for president even though he is new to the political scene you know. Aoun who has led the army since 2017 is seen as a good option because the army is one of the most respected institutions in Lebanon. People see him as someone who can unite the country after all the sectarian and political fighting and he’s got the backing of the US and Saudi Arabia too. His ability to keep things calm and help Lebanon get back on its feet after the financial mess makes him a strong possibility for president.
Now his run for president came about after they couldn’t pick anyone else after Michel Aoun left in 2022 so it really shows how well placed he is to bring people together you know. He’s been in charge of the army and they have done a lot to keep things steady especially during the money problems. This also means he’s been the guy overseeing the army down south after the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. He’s also managed to get international aid for the army.
Even though the Hezbollah media is not too happy about his links to the US Aoun has kept things friendly with everyone across the political board. People think he’s honest and wants what’s best for the country and the army thinks so too. He got a big boost when an international conference raised 200 million for the army you see because the economic problems really hit them hard. If he gets elected Aoun would be the fifth army commander to become president of Lebanon.