Following the passing away of the former president of the Lebanese Press Club Youssef Howayek, the president of the Independence Movement Michel Moawad tweeted from his personal Twitter account:

“Youssef Howayek, authentic journalist, a man of goodness with a friendly and honest character… We will miss the smile that always accompanied you, your gentle manners, and your care to uplift the world of press. Farewell to you.”