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The problem persists because children’s presence on the battlefield throws the training and ethics of professional soldiers off balance. Children are widely considered innocent, harmless, and deserving of care and protection. Harming them can cause severe emotional and psychological distress that conventional soldiers are ill-equipped to handle.
As Christians globally celebrate Easter, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza casts a shadow over their observance. This article explores the poignant reflections of Christian leaders on the parallels between the Easter story and the suffering in Palestine, urging compassion and action.
Sudan's paramilitary forces have killed 56 civilians in targeted attacks in Darfur, escalating a humanitarian crisis that has uprooted millions and drawn international condemnation.
Marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in Berlin, this article reflects on the sacrifices made and the enduring legacy of a pivotal moment in World War II.
Experts warn that South Africa's diplomatic positions on Palestine and participation in BRICS have placed it in the Trump administration's crosshairs, potentially risking US-backed regime change efforts. Former ambassador's expulsion signals intensifying tensions between the two nations.
As dignitaries gather for Iftar, calls for peace in Palestine resonate, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian support.
In a significant escalation of military involvement, the US has launched extensive airstrikes in Yemen, resulting in civilian casualties while simultaneous conflicts continue in Gaza. This comprehensive report examines the impact of these military actions and their implications for regional stability.
Joint Standing Committee on Defence backs SADC's decision to end its mission in DRC, emphasising the need for diplomatic efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region.
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, a total of 337 Ukrainian drones were neutralized overnight.
The first phase of a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas was set to expire over the weekend without any certainty as to the second phase, which is hoped to bring a more permanent end to the Gaza war.
The EFF condemns South Africa's arms sales to Israel and Ukraine, demanding urgent reforms to prevent genocide.
Cyril Ramaphosa invites Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a State Visit, signalling South Africa's role in peace diplomacy.
"African Leaders Gather in Tanzania to Address the Escalating Conflict in the DRC.
“For years, AgriSA has been actively involved in legislative developments impacting the agricultural sector. When amendments to the Expropriation Act No. 63 of 1975 were first proposed in the early 2000s to align it with the 1996 Constitution, AgriSA played a key role in discussions,” AgriSA CEO Johann Kotzé
President Cyril Ramaphosa paid tribute to the 14 soldiers who tragically lost their lives in a peacekeeping mission in the DRC.
The first Trump administration reversed decades of US policies regarding Palestinians. The new one shuns genocidal atrocities. It prefers cultural genocide.
EFF leader Julius Malema has hit out at US President Donald Trump who has threatened aid withdrawal to South Africa over its Expropriation Act that was passed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Malema says expropriation without compensation will happen, whether Trump likes it or not.
EFF leader Julius Malema warned Ramaphosa not to allow fanatics to incite him into a war, simply because it will give the people who have lost hope in him a common enemy to unite against.
Minister Lamola expresses grave concerns over the escalating conflict between Rwanda and the DRC, warning of potential regional war as tensions rise between South African and Rwandan leaders.
Holomisa warns that ongoing budget cuts have severely compromised SANDF's operational capability, leading to tragic losses in the DRC.
South Africa has called for a ceasefire in the DRC region, Defence Minister Angie Motshekga confirmed, saying a war cannot be won through arms but “it can only be won if we sit down and negotiate".
The Red Cross voiced alarm Tuesday over the risk that fighting in the besieged DR Congo city of Goma could cause samples of Ebola and other pathogens held in a laboratory to escape.
As the global community watches, South Africa has reaffirmed its role as a beacon of justice and a voice for the voiceless.
Enabled by Western assistance, largely through arms sales and security advice, Israel’s military operations across Gaza, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen have drawn worldwide condemnation for their adverse humanitarian impact and extensive destruction.
This defeat will have profound repercussions. It highlights the unbreakable and unified nature of the Palestinian Resistance.