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Oluwo of Iwo Tells Donald Trump to Apologise to Iran, Criticises US Support for Israel

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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.

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Trump Says He Doesn’t Care If Iran Plays In World Cup As Middle East Tensions Rise

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Former US President Donald Trump has said he is unconcerned about whether Iran participates in this summer’s World Cup, as tensions escalate in the Middle East. The United States and Israel launched strikes in Iran on Saturday, with the conflict now spreading across the region. Iran has qualified for the World Cup finals, scheduled in the US, Canada, and Mexico in June and July, for the fourth consecutive edition, but their involvement is now uncertain. Trump told Politico, “I really don’t care. I think Iran is a very badly defeated country. They’re running on fumes.” Iran is set to play all three of its group matches in the US, starting against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15. The unrest has also affected sports elsewhere in the region. The Fujairah Open, an ATP Challenger Tour tennis tournament in the United Arab Emirates, was cancelled after nearby drone strikes and an attack on an oil terminal forced players to abandon the court.

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Donald Trump Threatens To Cut All Trade With Spain Over Iran Dispute

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Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he plans to sever all trade relations with Spain after the Spanish government refused to support US military operations against Iran. Trump criticized Spain, saying the country “has behaved horribly” and “wants nothing to do” with the United States, following Madrid’s decision not to allow American forces to use Spanish bases for attacks on Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal. The comments were made in the Oval Office ahead of a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump’s first foreign guest since the escalation in Iran. Spain has firmly rejected requests to deploy US forces from its Rota and Morón bases, describing the offensive as an “unjustified and dangerous military intervention,” The Guardian reported. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned the “unilateral military action” by the US and Israel, warning it contributes to “a more hostile and uncertain international order.” Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares clarified that while Spain supports “democracy, freedom, and fundamental rights for the Iranian people,” its bases will not be used for the ongoing military operations. “The bases are not being used – and will not be used – for anything not provided for in the agreement [with the US], nor for anything not covered by the UN Charter,” he said. As a result of Spain’s refusal, some US aircraft have been relocated from Spanish bases to other locations, highlighting a growing rift between Madrid and Washington over the conflict in Iran.

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Iran’s New Defence Minister Reportedly Killed Following US‑Israel Strikes

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Just days after Iran’s Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh was reportedly killed in joint US‑Israel airstrikes, reports now indicate that the country’s newly appointed Defence Minister, Seyed Majid Eb Al‑Reza, may have also been killed in further Israeli attacks, according to The Spectator Index. Earlier reports had suggested that both Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammad Pakpour were among the casualties of Saturday’s strikes. The attacks are part of what officials are calling one of the most extensive military operations against Iran in decades, targeting military installations and strategic sites across the country. Some of the damage reportedly occurred near the offices of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, whose death has been confirmed by Iranian state media and widely reported internationally. US President Donald Trump described the campaign, codenamed Operation Epic Fury, as a move to counter what Washington and its allies consider imminent threats from Iran’s nuclear and missile programs. Trump urged Iranian citizens to “take control of your destiny” and challenge their leadership, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the operation was intended to give Iranians an opportunity to shape their own future.

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Iran Launches Drone Attack On US Embassy In Saudi Arabia Amid Gulf Tensions

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Iran carried out a drone attack on the United States embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, early Tuesday, causing a fire and minor damage. According to the Saudi Ministry of Defence, two drones hit the embassy located in the capital’s diplomatic district, producing plumes of black smoke and a loud blast. The fire, however, was limited in scale. The building was empty at the time, and no injuries were reported. Saudi air defence forces intercepted four additional drones targeting the diplomatic area during the attack. Following the strike, the US embassy advised American citizens to avoid the vicinity. The attack comes amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region, as Iran has launched drone and missile strikes in response to recent joint US-Israeli attacks on Iranian territory. On Monday, debris from an Iranian drone forced Saudi Aramco to shut down its Ras Tanura oil refinery after it sparked a fire. In light of the increasing threat, the US State Department ordered the evacuation of non-essential personnel and families from Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Qatar, and Jordan. President Donald Trump said the US response to the attacks would be announced soon.

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Iran’s World Cup Participation Doubtful

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The president of Iran’s soccer federation has said he does not know if the national team can play World Cup matches in the United States following the surprise U.S. and Israeli bombardment of his country. “What is certain is that after this attack, we cannot be expected to look forward to the World Cup with hope,” Mehdi Taj told sports portal Varzesh3 as Iran traded strikes with Israel as part of a widening war prompted by the bombardment. The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran continued for a second day on Sunday after the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei threw the future of the Islamic Republic into uncertainty and raised the risk of regional instability. Iran has been drawn in Group G at the World Cup and is scheduled to play in Inglewood, California, against New Zealand on June 15 and Belgium on June 21 before finishing the first round against Egypt in Seattle on June 26. The U.S. is hosting the tournament with Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19. Fans from Iran were already banned from entering the U.S. in the first iteration of the travel ban announced by the Trump administration. FIFA did not immediately reply to an email from The Associated Press over the current situation regarding Iran’s participation in the World Cup.

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Islamic Movement of Nigeria Protests In Lagos Over Killing Of Ayatollah Khameini

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Supporters of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) in the South West staged a protest on Monday in the Maryland area of Lagos following the reported killing of Iran’s former Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khameini. The group expressed outrage over the development, accusing the United States and Israel of carrying out the strikes that led to his death. Demonstrators described the attack as an unjust assault on Iran and criticised what they called foreign interference in the affairs of sovereign nations. Speaking during the march, the South West coordinator of IMN, Muftau Zakariya, said the protest was organised to register their opposition to what he described as aggressive policies under President Donald Trump. “I said to you that nothing good is coming from the US intervention. It is only interested in their economic gains and not minding the consequences thereafter,” Zakariya said. The protest in Lagos followed similar demonstrations a day earlier across several northern cities, where thousands of IMN members gathered to condemn Khameini’s killing. Participants waved Palestinian flags and chanted slogans including “death to America and Israel” and “Allahu Akbar” (“God is Great”). Beyond Nigeria, protests have also been reported in Iran and India as reactions continue to trail the late cleric’s death.

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Shiites Stage Protest In Kano Over Killing Of Iran’s Supreme Leader

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Members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shiites, held a protest in Kano on Sunday to condemn the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following a joint US–Israeli attack on Saturday. The demonstrators gathered at around 2:30 pm, marching from Fagge Central Mosque, the IMN headquarters in Kofar Waika, Kano State. The procession continued peacefully and concluded at approximately 4 pm. During the protest, several IMN leaders addressed the crowd, denouncing the attack on Iran and urging an end to hostilities. Participants also held prayers for the souls of those reportedly killed in the strike. Members of Nigeria's Shi'ite Islamic Movement took to the streets of Kano, protesting the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei https://t.co/vg9OmgAb8u pic.twitter.com/RmTNF2S338 — Reuters (@Reuters) March 2, 2026

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