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Citat:Posters featuring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman alongside Lebanon's newly elected president have appeared across Lebanon.
Citat:Who is Gen. Joseph Aoun?
Personal Background:
-Born in 1964 in Sin el-Fil, Beirut, to a Maronite Christian family.
-Originally from Aishiye, south Lebanon, making him the first president from that region in Lebanon's history.
-Holds a bachelor’s degree in political science with a focus on international affairs from Lebanese American University and another in military science.
-Fluent in Arabic, English, and French.
Married to Nehmat Nehmeh; they have two children, Khalil and Nour.
Military Career:
-Joined the Lebanese army in 1983, became LAF commander in March 2017.
-His term was extended twice: once in December 2023 for a year, and again on November 28, 2024, for another year.
-Underwent military training in Lebanon, Syria, and the United States, including commando training and counter-terrorism programs.
Military Achievements:
-Appointed commander of the 9th Brigade in 2015, overseeing operations near Israel and later near Syria.
-Led the Fajr al-Joroud operation in August 2017 against ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra, resulting in a "decisive victory against terrorism."
-During the Israel-Hezbollah conflict starting October 2023, maintained neutrality; 40 soldiers died, and LAF units are now deploying in south Lebanon following a ceasefire.
Economic and Financial Context:
-Managed the army during Lebanon's economic crisis since 2019, where soldiers' salaries significantly decreased.
-Received foreign aid, notably from the US ($72 million in 2023 for salaries) and Qatar ($60 million in 2022).
-A Paris conference in October raised $200 million for the Lebanese military.
International Support:
-Before his election, had meetings with French, US, and Saudi officials, indicating international backing.
-Engaged in discussions on military support and cooperation, especially with France and Saudi Arabia.
-Met with US envoy Amos Hochstein to discuss the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire implementation, amidst US support for his candidacy.
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