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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Syrian President Sharaa condemns Israeli strikes on Syria at UN General Assembly

Sep 23, 2026 01:45 PM CT New York, United States syria, israel, un, golan-heights, diplomacy, territorial-dispute

Summary

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa addressed the UN General Assembly, explicitly condemning recent Israeli military attacks on Syrian territory. He asserted that the Occupied Golan Heights remain part of Syria, framing the Israeli actions as contradictory to the international community's support for Syria's new leadership. This represents a diplomatic escalation where the Syrian state formally challenges Israel's territorial claims and military posture in the region.

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Sharaa says Israeli attacks on Syria at odds with 'joy' of global community towards his country Submitted by Sean Mathews on Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:26 Occupied Golan Heights will remain part of Syria, Syrian leader says Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa speaks at the United Nations General Assembly ...

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Israel NEUTRAL

Conducted military attacks on Syria (as cited by Syrian leadership).

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