Michel Aoun

Michel Aoun is a Lebanese politician and former military leader who served as Lebanon's president from 2016 until 2022. Originally a general in the Lebanese Army, he became a prominent figure during the Lebanese Civil War in the 1980s. Aoun is known for advocating for Lebanese sovereignty and reform, but he also faced controversy and challenges during his presidency, particularly related to corruption and economic crises in Lebanon. His tenure was marked by attempts to unite fractured political factions amid regional tensions, including relations with Hezbollah and foreign influences in Lebanon.