All were critical of Syria 's influence in Lebanon , and their supporters blamed Damascus for their deaths -- allegations the Syrians and their allies in Lebanon denied . Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel won by a few hundred votes . He will replace legislator Pierre Michel and businessman Pierre Eido . Both were allies of U.S.-backed Lebanese Forces and opponents of Syria .
Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel won by a few hundred votes . He will replace legislator Pierre Michel and businessman Pierre Eido . Both were allies of U.S.-backed Lebanese Forces and opponents of Syria .