Gamble of Al-Sharaa to obtain external recognition and legitimacy

By Manish Rai

In his maiden speech in the United Nations General Assembly, Syria’s interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, called for lifting of international sanctions on Syria, becoming the first head of state from Syria to address the gathering in nearly 60 years. This signifies the first appearance of a Syrian president since Nureddin al-Atassi took office in 1967. Syrian President Sharaa engaged in a series of bilateral discussions with global leaders during the General Assembly sessions, framing it as Syria’s revitalized diplomatic drive.

Since assuming office in December last year, Ahmad Al-Sharaa has been conducting a diplomatic campaign. He successfully garnered substantial diplomatic backing from almost all principa

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