Nigerian Monarch Calls on Trump to Apologize to Iran for Supporting Israel in Ongoing War
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has issued a strong condemnation of the United States for its alignment with Israel in the conflict with Iran, describing the killing of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as a grave injustice. In a statement released in Osogbo on Wednesday, the monarch urged President Donald Trump to issue a formal apology to Iran, warning that America's credibility has been severely damaged by taking sides in the war.
Condemnation of US Actions and Call for Peace
Oba Akanbi labeled the war as "needless" and emphasized that the United States should have prioritized peace over confrontation. He stated, "I suppose the US and Israel have swallowed a pestle. You can still be a world power in peace. What war can do, peace can achieve more." The monarch highlighted that Iran has endured years of sanctions and argued that the current pressure from the US holds no significant value, further endangering international stability.
Economic and Humanitarian Consequences
The Oluwo pointed to the severe economic repercussions of the conflict, noting that coordinated bombings and reprisal attacks have disrupted international travel, leaving many passengers stranded and forcing airport closures in the affected region. He criticized President Trump's approach, describing the bombing of innocent students in Iran as "a pure demonstration of cowardice" and urging a reevaluation of leadership style to restore global trust.
International Echo and Loss of Credibility
Oba Akanbi's stance aligns with that of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who also condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iran as inconsistent with international law and called for rapid de-escalation. The monarch concluded by asserting that US involvement without advocating for a truce has caused America to lose its grip as a world power, and he appealed to Trump to right the wrong by apologizing to Iran and the international community.
