Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko criticizes US President Donald Trump's impact on global stability

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko stated that US President Donald Trump is a destabilizing force, making the world more dangerous since he took office. Speaking at an international conference on sovereignty in Dakar, Sonko's remarks, published by Al Jazeera, followed a ceasefire between Washington and Tehran after a six-week military conflict. He argued that none of Washington's objectives against Tehran were met, such as reducing Iran's ballistic capacity or ending its nuclear program, despite months of bombardment. Sonko noted that Washington ultimately had to negotiate with Tehran, leading to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and talks for a long-term agreement. He challenged the world to assess Trump's record on global stability, questioning if the world has become safer, more secure, or more stable under his leadership. Sonko reviewed past US military operations, from Vietnam to Somalia, as examples of military overreach leading to instability. He also criticized Western governments for publicly condemning international law violations while providing military bases for operations against Iran. Furthermore, Sonko highlighted the economic consequences of the conflict, including disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, which threaten global oil and trade flows, food supply chains, and essential goods, particularly for African nations. He called for African nations to unite and mobilize their youth to achieve sovereignty.