Lebanon's last president, Michel Aoun, left office two years ago, and the position has remained vacant since. He bears no relation to Joseph Aoun. On Thursday, the country is set to hold elections to fill the top post, potentially ushering in a new era of leadership.

Lebanon’s parliament is set to vote for a new president after more than a year without one. Joseph Aoun, the Lebanese Army chief, is the leading candidate, backed by local and international supporters.