Nawaf Salam

Nawaf Salam is the Prime Minister of Lebanon in 2025, a period marked by significant challenges. He is at the forefront of efforts to address Lebanon's ongoing financial crisis, spearheading the approval of a draft law aimed at returning depositors' money after the currency's collapse in 2019. Salam is also navigating complex regional tensions, particularly with Israel. He announced progress towards the disarmament of Hezbollah south of the Litani River as part of a ceasefire agreement. Despite this, Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon continue, prompting direct talks between Lebanese and Israeli representatives for the first time in 40 years, mediated by the US. Pope Leo's visit to Lebanon underscores the urgency of peace efforts, adding further weight to Salam's role in stabilizing the nation amidst internal and external pressures.