Election of Elias Sarkis
The Lebanese parliament elects Elias Sarkis as president while the civil war is still under way, with his assumption of office deferred until the completion of Suleiman Frangieh's term.
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1976 in Lebanon
Explore 4 historical events and records for Lebanon in 1976.
Historical records for Lebanon in 1976
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May
June
Syrian Military Intervention
President Suleiman Frangieh's administration faces the deepening civil war as Syrian forces enter Lebanon after appeals for outside support against the continuing collapse of internal security.
September
Inauguration of Elias Sarkis
Elias Sarkis takes the constitutional oath and formally begins his presidential term, declaring the restoration of security and the rebuilding of national institutions to be central priorities.
October
Arab Deterrent Force
Arab summit decisions establish an Arab Deterrent Force in Lebanon, and President Elias Sarkis works with the new security arrangement as outside troops are deployed to separate combatants.
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