New York( The COW News Digital) U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his long-running feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, accusing him of attempting to impose Islamic law in the British capital. Speaking during his address to the United Nations General Assembly, Trump launched a blistering attack on Khan, calling him a “very terrible mayor.”
“I look at London and I see a terrible mayor. A very terrible mayor. And now he wants to bring Sharia law,” Trump declared, shocking delegates with the unusually sharp language at a global diplomatic forum.
The comments have drawn widespread attention as they come at a time of heightened global focus on religious tolerance and domestic politics in the UK. Trump went on to say that Britain “feels like a completely different country now,” implying that Khan’s leadership had changed the social fabric of London.
The feud between Trump and Khan is not new. During Trump’s previous tenure in the White House, the London mayor was among the most vocal critics of Trump’s immigration policies and his remarks about Muslims. Khan accused Trump of fueling division and hate, while Trump repeatedly used London’s crime statistics as ammunition against the mayor, arguing that his policies were ineffective.
Analysts say Trump’s decision to raise the issue at the UN platform is surprising and could strain U.S.-UK relations. Many diplomats present at the General Assembly were reportedly taken aback by Trump’s remarks, which were seen as direct interference in Britain’s internal affairs.
Political commentators have warned that Trump’s statement could inflame anti-Muslim sentiment and create unnecessary tension at a time when Western leaders are seeking to promote social cohesion and counter extremism.
Observers now expect an official response from the UK government and from Sadiq Khan’s office. Early indications suggest that Khan will push back strongly against Trump’s claims, likely framing them as an attack not only on him personally but also on London’s diverse and inclusive values.
Trump’s remarks have sparked debate on social media, where supporters hailed his bluntness while critics accused him of stoking division for political gain. With both leaders having clashed publicly for years, this latest exchange signals that their rivalry is far from over.
