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Syrian Leader Calls for Peace and Sanctions Relief at UN

9/25/2025

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Ahmed Al-Sharaa, Syrian interim president, addressed the United Nations General Assembly, marking Syria’s first leadership in 60 years.
He condemned the Assad regime’s brutal actions during the civil war, citing suffering and displacement, and expressed solidarity with Gaza.
Sharaa said Syria has shifted from exporter to peace opportunity, and urged sanctions relief and a crackdown on the drug trade.

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Ahmed Al-Sharaa, Syrian interim president, addressed the United Nations General Assembly, marking Syria’s first leadership in 60 years.
He condemned the Assad regime’s brutal actions during the civil war, citing suffering and displacement, and expressed solidarity with Gaza.
Sharaa said Syria has shifted from exporter to peace opportunity, and urged sanctions relief and a crackdown on the drug trade.