DEVELOPING: Syrian President Makes Historic U.N. Address After Near 6 Decade Silence

BREAKING: Syrian President Makes Historic U.N. Address After Near 6 Decade Silence Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has made a historic address to the United Nations General Assembly, marking the first time any president from his country has spoken at the U.N. in almost 60 years. The speech took place on Wednesday at U.N. headquarters in New York, with hundreds of people gathered in front of giant screens in Syrian cities and towns waving the country's flags. President Al-Sharaa said Syria is returning to the international community after six decades of dictatorship that killed 1 million people and tortured hundreds of thousands. He declared "Syria is reclaiming its rightful place among the nations of the world." The address comes as a significant shift in Syria's diplomatic efforts, with the country seeking to re-establish itself on the global stage. Background: Syria has been largely isolated from the international community since the 1960s, with previous leaders avoiding U.N. addresses due to diplomatic tensions and conflict. Current status: The speech is ongoing, with President Al-Sharaa expected to outline his vision for Syria's future and its role in regional and global affairs. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*