The President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, extended his warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Lebanese people in general and Muslims in particular on the occasion of the Hijri New Year. He said: “This blessed occasion comes at a time when Lebanon is going through extremely delicate and exceptional circumstances, and our regional region is facing rapid developments and challenges that require the highest levels of awareness and responsibility from us. Today, more than ever before, we are called, as a unique model, to consolidate our national unity, rally around state institutions, and strengthen our human and national solidarity to confront the dangers facing us, in order to preserve Lebanon’s sovereignty, security, and stability. We hope that the latest developments will bring an end to the suffering of our people, liberate our occupied land, and help us in our quest to achieve the pride, dignity, and peace of mind that the Lebanese aspire to. Happy new year.”