Kaja Kallas, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, said Friday that the EU "warmly congratulates Joseph Aoun on his election as President of the Republic of Lebanon," noting that "this significant step marks a moment of hope and renewal for the Lebanese people."

"We commend the Lebanese parliamentarians for reaching a broad consensus, demonstrating responsibility. A spirit of national unity is crucial to allow the participation of all citizens, across all components of society, to overcoming the aftermath of recent conflicts, advancing reconstruction efforts, and embarking on a path of political stabilization and socio-economic recovery," Kallas said in a statement.