When they said “age is just a number”, were they talking about Lebanon’s political leaders? Because it seems that even after all these years in power, they still need to be bossed around, a task currently being carried out by French President Emmanuel Macron.
On that note, let’s find out how old Macron was when each Lebanese political leader ascended to power.
Macron was born on December 21, 1977.
1. President Michel Aoun
Appointed as Lebanese Army General in 1984.
At the time, Macron was 7 years old.
2. Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri
Appointed in 1992.
At the time, Macron was 15 years old.
3. Leader of Progressive Socialist Party Walid Jumblatt
Succeeded his father as leader of PSP in March, 1977.
At the time, Macron was not born yet.
4. Leader of the Lebanese Forces Samir Geagea
Took over the LF in 1986.
At the time, Macron was 9 years old.
5. Former president and leader of Kataeb Party Amine Gemayel
Elected as president in 1982.
At the time, Macron was 5 years old.
6. Leader of the Marada movement Suleiman Frangieh
Became leader of the Marada Brigades in 1982.
At the time, Macron was 5 years old.