Oluwo of Iwo Tells Donald Trump to Apologise to Iran, Criticises US Support for Israel
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has urged United States President Donald Trump to apologise to Iran for America’s support of Israel in the ongoing Middle East conflict.
In a statement shared with journalists in Osogbo on Wednesday, the monarch criticised Trump for taking sides instead of acting as a neutral mediator, describing the US approach as reckless and damaging to global peace.
Oba Akanbi described the conflict between Iran and the US/Israel as unnecessary and condemned the reported assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it provocative and “a sin against humanity.”
He said the bombing of Iranian students reflected “cowardice” and highlighted Iran’s resolve, noting that not all nations can be intimidated. “America has lost some of its global influence. A true world power doesn’t take sides when two parties are at war. US involvement without calling for a ceasefire was needless and avoidable, and I doubt it will end well for America,” he said.
The traditional ruler called on Trump to rethink his leadership approach, stressing that diplomacy and respect for all nations are essential to preserving international stability and peace.
