Abdul Hamid Karami

Abdul Hamid Karami (23 October 1890 – 23 November 1950) was a Lebanese politician and statesman who served as the second prime minister of Lebanon from January to August 1945.

Biography Karami descended from one of the most prominent Sunni Muslim families in Lebanon. Members of his family traditionally held the position of mufti of Tripoli. Abdul Hamid Karami became mufti of Tripoli, but was removed by the French authorities. He was a leader of the movement demanding Lebanon's independence, a goal which was achieved by 1943. In 1944, Karami survived an assassination attempt, which was due to a local rivalry in Tripoli. He also held the post of defense minister for that time.

His sons, Rashid Karami and Omar Karami were also important Lebanese politicians who served as prime ministers. Karami died on 3 November 1950.

Controversy In June 1935, Karami killed Abdul Majid Muqaddam, another prominent Tripoli native, since Muqaddam had beaten him with a stick and knocked off his turban. However, Karami was acquitted due to his claim of self-defense. Karami's lawyer was future president Bishara Khoury.