Pope urges Lebanon to elect a new president immediately

Pope Francis urged Lebanese politicians to immediately elect a new president to restore the country's governing institutions and initiate necessary reforms. Lebanon has faced a leadership void since October 2022. With elections called for January 9, the pontiff emphasized the need for political consensus to preserve Lebanon's role as a model of peaceful religious coexistence.

Dec 1, 2024 - 18:30
Pope urges Lebanon to elect a new president immediately
Pope Francis urged Lebanese politicians to immediately elect a new president to restore the country's governing institutions and initiate necessary reforms. Lebanon has faced a leadership void since October 2022. With elections called for January 9, the pontiff emphasized the need for political consensus to preserve Lebanon's role as a model of peaceful religious coexistence.