Syrian President Al-Assad Jokes About Golan Heights, Suggests Israel Take New Jersey

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a jest regarding the Golan Heights during a UN General Assembly event, suggesting that if Israel desired territory, it should be given New Jersey instead. This remark came after U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Al-Assad countered Trump's statement by noting that the Golan Heights "does not belong to you to give away, but New Jersey does."

Al-Assad also criticized Israel's actions, stating that the Syrian Presidential Palace and airports had been attacked twice by Israel. He questioned whether these actions would bring security to Israelis and asserted that Syria's successful relationships with the U.S., Britain, and Lebanon indicate that the issue lies with Israel, not Syria.

The article also touches upon other UN General Assembly proceedings, including remarks by President Trump on the U.S. economy, Iran, and the September 11th and October 7th attacks. Trump condemned Iran's alleged role in the October 7th attacks and called for global economic sanctions against Iran. He also indicated a potential deal with Iran after the U.S. midterm elections, despite facing a decision on whether to reach an agreement or destroy the country.

Additional unrelated news items mentioned include Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's travel plans to New York for his UN speech and French President Macron's statement regarding Hamas's activity in the West Bank.