The International Court of Justice's top judge, Nawaf Salam, has been chosen as Lebanon's next prime minister, bringing a surprising twist to the country's political landscape. This decision comes after newly elected President Joseph Aoun requested Salam to form a government, following his endorsement by a majority of lawmakers during consultations.
This development marks the end of a prolonged political stalemate in Lebanon, which had been grappling with a presidential vacuum and a caretaker cabinet for over two years. The consultations for the prime minister's position were initiated after Aoun's recent election in parliament, which was supported by Saudi Arabia.
