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'Betrayal demands consequences': US Congress moves to sanction ANC officials over ties to Iran, China and Russia
Congressman Ronny Jackson has introduced legislation that could fundamentally alter US-South Africa relations by enabling sanctions against South African officials deemed to be aligning with US adversaries. The bill reflects growing tensions as South Africa strengthens ties with China, Russia, and Iran, while experts warn the move could backfire on US interests in the Global South.
Who is Brent Bozell III, the man tapped for US ambassador role in South Africa
Leo Brent Bozell III is renowned in conservative circles for his unwavering commitment to traditional values and his outspoken criticism of perceived liberal media bias.
South Africa’s Diplomatic Dilemma: US response to SA 'swift and predictable'
In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic tensions, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expelled South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, signalling a significant deterioration in US-SA relations amid South Africa's ICJ case against Israel.
In Trump’s America, trolling is governance
The near-entirety of Trump’s speech consisted of elaborate (and not-so-elaborate) attempts to troll Democrats. How did “owning the libs” become a substitute for anything resembling a legislative agenda?