insert_link South Africa US president Donald Trump has reiterated his attacks on South Africa US president Donald Trump has reiterated his attacks on South Africa, saying the situation in the country is dangerous. He signed an executive order last Friday, cutting US financial assistance to South Africa, citing disapproval of the country’s land expropriation policy and its genocide case against Washington's ally Israel. Trump, who claims that there are widespread land grabs currently happening under the Expropriation Act, says the situation is bad for […] today11 February, 2025
insert_link World Netanyahu backs Trump’s proposal for US role in Gaza Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed support for former US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the United States should explore taking control of the Gaza Strip. The comments came during a meeting at the White House, where Trump described Gaza as having the potential to become the “Riviera of the Middle East” and did not rule out deploying US troops to achieve this vision. […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa Risk Analysis Centre Warns of Possible US Sanctions on SA Officials The Centre for Risk Analysis has cautioned that South African officials involved in shaping policies on Iran, China, Russia, and Israel could face targeted sanctions from the United States. The organization notes that officials directly linked to corruption are particularly vulnerable. According to the centre, South Africa’s renewed legal action against Israel further increases the likelihood of sanctions. Analyst Chris Hattingh warns that Washington may impose measures as a signal […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link World Trump pushes plan to relocate Palestinians US President Donald Trump has doubled down on suggesting Palestinians should be moved out of Gaza and relocated to other countries. He said they had "no alternative" and compared Gaza to a "demolition site" following 15 months of conflict with Israel. The idea goes against decades of US foreign policy and Washington's determination to enable a two-state solution. Donald Trump spoke about his vision during an Oval Office meeting with […] today5 February, 2025
insert_link World Netanyahu in Washington ahead of meeting US President Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington DC ahead of meeting US President Trump, during a pivotal moment for the the Middle East. Before boarding his plane Netanyahu said he believed that they could achieve a remarkable era of peace through strength. Kate Fisher reports from Washington. today4 February, 2025
insert_link World UN Chief Urges Israel to Reverse Ban on UN Relief Agency UN General-Secretary Antonio Guterres has urged Israel to reverse its decision to ban the UN Relief and Works Agency responsible for Palestinians from operating in Jerusalem. In a letter to the Israeli government, he warned that restricting the agency’s activities would severely impact humanitarian aid in the occupied Palestinian territories. Israel’s Parliament passed legislation in October, effective immediately. The agency's Phillippe Lazzarini says the ban will have dire consequences: […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link World Israel insists laws to prevent UNRWA from operating will go ahead Israel's ambassador to the United Nations insists that laws to prohibit UNRWA from operating in Israel will come into effect in 48 hours. Danny Danon told a UN Security Council meeting on Friday that his country's plans to go ahead with its decision despite opposition from the world body and other member states. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. today29 January, 2025
insert_link World Donald Trump says he wants to “clean out” Gaza Donald Trump is facing backlash for comments proposing Israel's neighbours should take in Palestinians so he can "clear out" Gaza. The US president called on Jordan and Egypt to allow Palestinians from the strip to enter their countries after a 15-month war between Israel and Hamas. Israel's foreign minister called the proposal a "great idea". Sally Patterson has more. today27 January, 2025
insert_link World US officials remain confident that Gaza ceasefire will go ahead this weekend The Biden administration insists it's "confident" that a ceasefire in Gaza will go ahead on Sunday, even though Israel's cabinet has delayed a vote on the agreement, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Hamas of backtracking on the deal. The White House has praised the breakthrough, which would bring an end to 15 months of war. But despite approval stalling on the Israeli side, US Secretary of State Antony […] today17 January, 2025
