Lebanon's New Prime Minister: Nawaf Salam Chosen, Sparks Controversy with Hezbollah
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has appointed Nawaf Salam, the current head of the International Court of Justice, as the new prime minister. This decision comes after a majority of lawmakers nominated him on Monday. The move is expected to spark controversy, particularly with Hezbollah, which has expressed strong opposition to Salam's designation. As Lebanon faces a deepening political crisis, the appointment of a new prime minister may bring some stability, but it also raises concerns about the country's fragile sectarian balance and the impact on its economic recovery. With Salam's experience in international law, he may play a key role in shaping Lebanon's foreign policy and relations with the international community, including the European Union and the United States, in the midst of the Middle East conflict.
