President Bashar al-Assad on Monday congratulated former army chief Michel Aoun on his election as president of Lebanon, ending over two years of political deadlock.
In a phone call, President Assad wished Aoun success in his role, voicing hope the step would form a new era in the Lebanese politics and contribute to boosting its stability.
The Lebanese parliament elected Aoun with 83 out of a total 127 votes by MPs to become president.
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