Lebanon has elected Joseph Aoun, the chief of the army, as its new president after more than two years of political deadlock. In a parliamentary vote, Aoun secured 99 votes, surpassing the required majority for his election. His presidency is seen as a potential fresh start for the country, which has been grappling with a severe political crisis and economic challenges, exacerbated by last year’s conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. However, some lawmakers expressed constitutional concerns regarding his election, which requires changes to the existing law.