The Member of Parliament for Walewale, Mahama Tiah Abdul-Kabiru, has criticised the foreign policy approach of U.S. President Donald Trump, urging global leaders to prioritise diplomacy and peaceful dialogue over military aggression.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on rising international tensions between US, Israel and Iran, the MP stressed that war has never been an effective solution to disputes, highlighting that attempts to impose order through military might often fail and can provoke resistance.
“People will prefer to die with their dignity. When you encroach on someone’s sovereignty and personal identity, whether Iranian or Israeli, people will fight to the end,” he said, warning that external powers often underestimate the resilience of populations defending their autonomy.
Abdul Kabiru cited the philosophy of former South African President Nelson Mandela, noting that Nobel laureates and global statesmen consistently advocate for peaceful negotiation as the most effective path to resolving conflicts.
The lawmaker argued that any country attempting to enforce a foreign system without understanding the local governance, social structures, and culture is “going to get it wrong,” describing this as a mistake the United States has repeatedly made in international interventions.
Specifically addressing President Trump, he accused him of adopting a “bullying” approach in foreign relations, which has drawn both international and domestic criticism. “Even among the American people, many do not support what he is doing,” the MP said.
He further urged world leaders to embrace diplomacy, respect for sovereignty, and dialogue over military solutions to ensure lasting peace and stability.
President Trump has transitioned from warning and conditional support to active U.S. military involvement in the Israel‑Iran war, publicly endorsing and participating in coordinated strikes on Iran, and articulating uncompromising objectives such as demanding unconditional Iranian surrender and influencing Tehran’s future leadership choices.
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