Lebanon Names Nawaf Salam, a Diplomat and Jurist, as Prime Minister

Lebanon’s Parliament elected Nawaf Salam as prime minister, marking a significant shift in power away from Hezbollah, the long-dominant political force in the country. The selection of Mr. Salam, a prominent diplomat and international jurist, comes as Lebanon emerges from a devastating war and grapples with a dire economic crisis. The new government, led by Mr. Salam and newly elected president Joseph Aoun, reflects a realignment of power dynamics in the Middle East, with support from Saudi Arabia and Western countries potentially bringing much-needed funds for reconstruction efforts.

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