The election of Joseph Aoun as President of Lebanon has been met with widespread acclaim from both international and Arab leaders, following a two-year period of presidential vacancy in the country.

United Nations Security Council:
On Thursday, the United Nations Security Council welcomed the election of Joseph Aoun.

Algerian Ambassador Amar Benjema, whose country holds the council's rotating presidency this month, emphasized the importance of electing a president in Lebanon to ensure the full functioning of state institutions and to address urgent economic and security challenges.

United Nations:
UN Secretary-General António Guterres congratulated the newly elected Lebanese president, describing the election as a crucial step out of Lebanon's political and institutional deadlock.

Guterres urged the swift formation of a new government, as communicated by his spokesman Stéphane Dujarric.

United States:
President Joe Biden congratulated President-elect Joseph Aoun, expressing confidence in his leadership.

Biden described Aoun as the suitable leader for this era, noting that the Lebanese people have chosen a path aligned with peace, security, and sovereignty, in partnership with the international community.

European Union:
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called the election a 'moment of hope' for Lebanon.

France:
French President Emmanuel Macron remarked that Aoun's election paves the way for reforms in Lebanon.

Macron and Aoun agreed in a phone call that the French president will visit Lebanon soon.

Additionally, the French Foreign Ministry stated that Lebanon's new presidential chapter should now be followed by appointing a government capable of implementing necessary reforms.

Germany:
The German Foreign Ministry viewed Aoun's election as an opportunity for initiating reforms in Lebanon.

United Kingdom:
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy extended his congratulations to Aoun and expressed eagerness to collaborate for Lebanon's stability.

Russia:
Russia expressed hope that Joseph Aoun's leadership would bring political stability and economic recovery to Lebanon.

Turkey:
Turkey congratulated the new Lebanese president and expressed hope that Aoun's election would contribute to Lebanon's stability.

Iran:
The Iranian Foreign Ministry voiced optimism that Lebanon's presidential election would enhance internal unity and cohesion.

Saudi Arabia:
Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman conveyed their congratulations to Lebanon's new president.

Qatar:
Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani congratulated Joseph Aoun via a post on the X platform, expressing hope that this would mark a new era of stability and prosperity for Lebanon.

He reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to supporting Lebanon.

United Arab Emirates:
UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his deputies Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan also extended their congratulations.

Kuwait:
Kuwaiti Emir Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a congratulatory telegram highlighting the strong bilateral relations and expressing a desire to strengthen them.

Jordan:
Jordan's King Abdullah II congratulated Joseph Aoun and reiterated Jordan's support for Lebanon in bolstering its security, stability, and prosperity.

Egypt:
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi called his Lebanese counterpart to offer congratulations, reaffirming Egypt's support, according to Lebanon's official news agency.

Iraq:
The Iraqi Foreign Ministry welcomed Aoun's election, praising it as a pivotal step for political stability and reaffirming Iraq's steadfast support for Lebanon.

Algeria:
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune sent a message of congratulations to Aoun, celebrating Lebanon's progress toward recovery and expressing Algeria's full readiness to enhance bilateral relations.

Palestine:
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas hoped Lebanon would soon overcome the repercussions of the conflict initiated by Israel.