Abu Muhammad Jolani, the self-proclaimed president of Syria, referred to an interesting conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. This meeting took place at the White House, where Jolani discussed the Israeli regime's sovereignty over the occupied Golan Heights of Syria.
A Humorous Point in the Conversation with Trump
Jolani humorously told Trump: "Why don't you give New Jersey to the Israelis? You are not the owner of the Golan to give it to Israel, but you are the owner of New Jersey." This statement clearly reflects Jolani's feelings about the situation of the Golan Heights and international relations regarding it. He also pointed out that New Jersey, due to the presence of Democrats, is somewhat not returning to Trump.
The Golan Heights, a Land for Syrians
Jolani further emphasized that the Golan Heights of Syria belong to the people of this country and no president, whether in Syria or the United States, can transfer it to anyone else. He firmly stated that this land is part of the identity and history of the Syrian people and cannot be easily overlooked.
These remarks by Jolani come at a time when the Golan Heights have been under Israeli control for several decades, making this issue one of the complex and critical matters in Syrian-Israeli relations. By referencing the history and identity of this land, Jolani seeks to draw attention to the fact that the Golan Heights should remain as a historical and national right for the Syrian people.
Given the recent developments in the region and the international positions regarding Israel, Jolani's statements could have implications in the realm of diplomacy and foreign policies. With these words, he not only conveyed the voice of the Syrian people to the world but also created challenges for the policies of the United States and Israel in this regard.
