The Count of Tripoli was a title held by a nobleman who governed the city of Tripoli, located in present-day Lebanon. This title emerged during the Crusades, a series of religious wars in the medieval period, particularly in the context of the Latin East. The count was responsible for overseeing the administration and defense of the territory, which was a significant stronghold for the Crusaders. The title was first held by Raymond IV of Toulouse, who became the Count after the First Crusade in the late 11th century. The Count of Tripoli played a crucial role in the political landscape of the region, often engaging in alliances and conflicts with neighboring powers, including the Muslim states and other Crusader territories.