Lebanon's newly elected president, Joseph Aoun, is a former army commander known for his low profile and nonpartisan approach in the country's political landscape. Aoun, described as kind and compassionate, has refrained from aligning himself with any political party or expressing political opinions, a rarity in Lebanon's fragmented political system.
With a military background that spans back to his cadet days in 1983 during Lebanon's civil war, Aoun has been commended for his leadership and calm demeanor under pressure. Notably, he commanded the Lebanese army's 9th infantry brigade before assuming the role of army chief in March 2017.
