Joseph El Khazen initially had to face the adversities of the conflict , including the Ottoman military invasion and repression against the Maronites in North Lebanon . He , who was of a mild disposition , tried to ease relations with Great Britain ( which supported the Druzes ) and the Ottomans , so obtaining some relief for his people . In 1850 he rescued some Christians during the massacre of Aleppo
massacre of Aleppo
Massacre of Aleppo (1850)
Joseph Ragi El Khazen