Syrian Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa conducted a diplomatic meeting with President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly session in New York. This encounter represented their second official interaction after previously convening in Riyadh during May. Al-Sharaa addressed the international community about Syria's transformation from decades of authoritarian rule. He detailed the former government's systematic oppression that resulted in massive casualties and widespread displacement across the nation.
The Syrian leader emphasized his administration's commitment to establishing transitional justice mechanisms and preparing for democratic elections. He announced significant progress in lifting international sanctions while pursuing comprehensive economic reconstruction initiatives. Al-Sharaa condemned recent Israeli military actions against Syrian territory and called for international intervention to protect the country's sovereignty. He concluded by expressing solidarity with Palestinian civilians and positioning Syria as a renewed partner for global peace efforts.
The Syrian leader emphasized his administration's commitment to establishing transitional justice mechanisms and preparing for democratic elections. He announced significant progress in lifting international sanctions while pursuing comprehensive economic reconstruction initiatives. Al-Sharaa condemned recent Israeli military actions against Syrian territory and called for international intervention to protect the country's sovereignty. He concluded by expressing solidarity with Palestinian civilians and positioning Syria as a renewed partner for global peace efforts.
