The Democratic Gathering bloc led by the Progressive Party (PSP) announced on Wednesday the endorsement of Army Commander General Joseph Aoun for the presidency of the republic.
In a meeting attended by former PSP leader Walid Joumblatt, the bloc emphasized the need of electing a president on January 9, the date fixed by parliament Speaker Nabih Berri for the electoral session.
The bloc also stressed the necessity of implementing UN resolution 1701 and other international agreements, as well as the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah that went into effect on November 27.
Given the significance of reinforcing the Lebanese army and security forces, the Democratic Gathering recalled the Paris summit held by President Emmanuel Macron, which authorized one billion euros in aid for Lebanon and the Lebanese army.
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