Following the election of Joseph Aoun as Lebanon's new president, Michael Moawad, an MP from the Independence Movement, reflects on the ongoing challenges faced by the country. Lebanon has suffered from sectarian violence, political corruption, and instability, worsened by the economic crisis and a devastating explosion in 2020. The historical context of civil war, including the assassination of Moawad's father shortly after the Taif Peace Agreement, underscores the importance of unity and the pressing need for peaceful reconciliation among Lebanon's diverse factions.
"After my father's assassination, unfortunately, everything went the wrong way. He was assassinated because he was elected to bring back peace amongst Lebanese and reconciliation, the same need we still have today."
"Lebanon is the Middle East's most religiously diverse country. Its population is almost evenly split between Christians, Sunni Muslims, and Shia Muslims, while around 4.5% of citizens identify as Druze."
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