Monday, 1 February, 2021 - 08:00
Michel al-Murr. (NNA) Beirut - Asharq Al-Awsat
Lebanese MP Michel al-Murr, known as the “kingmaker” in local politics, passed away on Sunday after succumbing to the coronavirus after being infected weeks ago.
The 88-year-old politician was already suffering from poor health, with the virus putting an end to an eventful political career that spanned decades.
“Abou Elias,” as he was popularly known, served as minister in several government, acted as deputy prime minister between 1990 and 2000 and deputy parliament speaker in 2004 and headed various ministerial committees. He also took part in the national dialogue that was launched by former President Michel Suleiman, whose support from Murr helped him secure the presidency.