Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Al-Moualem addressed the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, reaffirming Syria s commitment to Lebanon and speaking out against Israeli occupation in the Golan Heights and Palestine. Syria, which is committed to Lebanon s independence and sovereignty and is committed to the establishment of good relations with Lebanon in the interest of the two fraternal countries and peoples, said Al-Moualem. Al-Moualem told UN member states today that Syria demands that Israel withdrawal from all Lebanese occupied territories, including the area of Sheba a Farms. Palestine was another key issued discussed by Al-Moualem, as he encouraged the Palestinians to create a government of national unity, so that they can overcome Israeli policies of terrorism and tyranny. The Syrian Foreign Minister advocated the establishment of a new Middle East, but also chided the international community for not understanding the root cause of regional strife. It is extremely important for the international community to recognize that the deep-rooted anger and resentment consuming our region, particularly after the senseless war against Lebanon, he said.
