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President al-Sharaa is first Syrian leader to visit UNGA in six decades
SUMMARY
Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa has made history by attending the UN General Assembly, the first Syrian leader to do so in nearly 60 years. He arrived in New York with a large delegation, marking a significant step in the normalization of his government after his rise to power.
This visit follows a meeting with US President Donald Trump, where Trump lifted sanctions on Syria and expressed interest in rebuilding relations. Al-Sharaa's government faces challenges, including internal strife and Israeli incursions. He hopes to have further discussions with Trump about mutual interests during his visit.
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