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UN official reiterates Syrian sovereignty over Golan Heights and criticizes Security Council divides
Summary
The Secretary-General told hosts that the Golan Heights are Syrian territory and denounced ongoing violations; he also criticized the Security Council's geopolitical divides and the use of the veto for blocking action on international law.
The Secretary-General emphasized respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity, saying "the Golan Heights are Syrian territory" and that violations of sovereignty are "unacceptable and must cease." He urged the international community to be more proactive and cautioned against forgetting that populations in the Golan are part of Syrian territory.
He also criticized the Security Council's capacity to act, saying geopolitical divides and the use of the veto have often prevented measures necessary to ensure respect for international law. He promised continued advocacy while acknowledging institutional limits on immediate action.
