Lebanon's parliament will make another attempt to elect a president after 12 failed attempts over 2 years. The leading candidate is Lebanese army commander Joseph Aoun, who is seen as the preferred candidate of the United States and Saudi Arabia. Former candidate Suleiman Frangieh has withdrawn from the race and endorsed Aoun. The next president will face challenges in implementing the ceasefire agreement, seeking funds for reconstruction, and addressing the economic and financial crisis in Lebanon.