Baabda Palace sits empty as Lebanese Parliament fail to elect new President - in pictures
The empty presidential chair at the Baabda Palace, near Beirut, after former Lebanese president Michel Aoun completed his six-year term. All photos by EPA
The presidential office stands empty as Lebanon faces a new power vacuum.
The Lebanese Parliament has failed to reach consensus on electing a new president.
A member of the presidential guard closes the door to the president's office. Designated prime minister Najib Mikati says the Cabinet has the right to assume presidential powers.
Members of the presidential guards lower the Lebanese flag at the palace. Despite Mr Mikati's assurances on continuity, Mr Aoun ended his term by signing a resignation decree of the government.
A soldier walks past the portraits of former presidents at the palace.
