Lebanon's parliament elects army chief Joseph Aoun as president, reflecting shifts in power balance in Lebanon and the Middle East. Aoun's election is a step towards reviving government institutions in a country reeling from a financial collapse and in need of international support.
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Joseph Aoun elected as president by Lebanon's parliament
Reflects shifts in power balance in Lebanon and the Middle East
Aoun's election is a step towards reviving government institutions in Lebanon
Lebanon in need of international support after a devastating financial collapse and war