Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, is set to deliver a speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York next month, according to a Syrian foreign ministry official. This marks a significant moment, as Sharaa will be the first Syrian leader to address the assembly since 1967. The announcement was made by an official who requested anonymity, citing lack of authorization to speak to the media. Sharaa's participation is expected to draw international attention given the long absence of Syrian leadership at the global forum.