President Joseph Aoun said a "new phase" had begun with Israel, expressing hope that his election would bring stability. Germany, France and the European Union have also conveyed optimism.

The January 2025 election of Joseph Aoun as Lebanese president marks a shift toward sovereignty and stability following Hezbollah's weakened influence after its war with Israel. Aoun faces major tests ...

but a congressional aide familiar with the process commented on Monday that he expected lawmakers would welcome the administration's shift of the funds to Lebanon. "This is a way to say ...

France President Emmanuel Macron will travel to Lebanon on Friday for the first time since 2020 to help speed up the ...

Germany, France and the US have also conveyed optimism.Lebanon's new President Joseph Aoun on Thursday told members of parliament that the country was entering a new phase as he made his first ...