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Syrian President Makes Historic UN Address This September

6/3/2025

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to make history with his first address to the United Nations in September, a momentous occasion since no Syrian leader has spoken there since 1967. Following a pivotal meeting with US President Donald Trump, who lifted sanctions on Syria, al-Sharaa seeks global recognition and support while carefully managing the US's conditions for ongoing relations.

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to make history with his first address to the United Nations in September, a momentous occasion since no Syrian leader has spoken there since 1967. Following a pivotal meeting with US President Donald Trump, who lifted sanctions on Syria, al-Sharaa seeks global recognition and support while carefully managing the US's conditions for ongoing relations.