Joseph Aoun
Profile
Joseph Aoun is a Lebanese politician and former military general who has served as the 14th President of Lebanon since 2025. Born in Sin el-Fil, he pursued a distinguished military career, eventually serving as the commander-in-chief of the Lebanese Armed Forces from 2017 to 2025. During his military tenure, he gained national prominence for leading successful operations against extremist groups and advocating for state sovereignty. As president, Aoun has focused on economic and judicial reform, the restoration of state authority, and the consolidation of the state's monopoly on arms, while navigating complex regional tensions and the ongoing challenges of the 2026 Lebanon war.
Details
- Born
- 1964-01-10 · 62 years old
- Birth place
- Sin el-Fil, Lebanon
- Education
- Lebanese American University, Lebanese Army Military Academy
- Career
- Commander-in-chief of the Lebanese Armed Forces, Military officer
