Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Al-Sharaa Addresses UN: First Syrian Leader in 60 Years
Syria's leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa, went to the UN, which hasn't happened in almost 60 years.
He is asking for help to rebuild Syria and lift sanctions.
He used to lead a rebel group.
The U.S. has lifted some sanctions, but more require approval.
He is trying to rebuild relationships with Arab countries and the West.
Elections are scheduled for October.
Relations with Israel and the return of Israeli forces is also being negotiated.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa attended the UN General Assembly.
This is the first time in almost 60 years that a Syrian head of state has attended.
Al-Sharaa seeks sanctions relief for Syria.
Syria is attempting to rebuild its economy and infrastructure.
Parliamentary elections are scheduled for October 5th.
- Who
- Ahmad al-Sharaa
- What
- Addressed the UN General Assembly
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- New York, UN General Assembly
- Why
- To address the UN and seek sanctions relief
Syrian Government
Israeli Government
Israeli Military Presence
Syrian Government
Al-Sharaa hopes to negotiate the withdrawal of Israeli forces.
Israeli Government
Israel has expressed suspicion and downplayed the odds of a breakthrough.
- Event
- Al-Sharaa addresses UN General Assembly
- Who
- Ahmad al-Sharaa, Syrian President
- Significance
- First Syrian leader at UN in nearly 60 years
- Date
- Sunday
- Former Affiliation
- Commander of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
- Election Date
- October 5
Sources
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Al-Sharaa becomes first Syrian leader in nearly 60 years to address UN General Assembly
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