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Gold hits a record high as tariff fears weaken the dollar, while global markets react to Trump's trade policies.
President Donald Trump is remaining defiant as global markets continue to plunge after his tariff announcement last week. In a Monday morning post on Truth Social, the Republican president says other countries have been taking advantage of the United States for years.
President Donald Trump is remaining defiant as global markets continue to plunge after his tariff announcement last week. In a Monday morning post on Truth Social, the Republican president says other countries have been taking advantage of the United States for years.
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.
The US Embassy in Pretoria has officially clarified that Leo Brent Bozell has not been appointed as ambassador to South Africa, despite recent reports claiming otherwise. The embassy emphasises that the Senate confirmation process must be completed before any nominee can assume the role.
"In a Washington Post interview, Errol Musk defended his billionaire son Elon against racism allegations, claiming their 'black servants' were his childhood friends - the latest in a series of controversial defences of his son's statements about South Africa.
A US policy expert warns that South Africa could face maritime sanctions and trade restrictions following a new Federal Maritime Commission inquiry, potentially further straining already tense US-SA relations. The warning comes amid South Africa's stance on Israel-bound vessels and broader maritime chokepoint investigations
The Democratic Alliance urges immediate diplomatic intervention following the expulsion of SA Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool from the US, amid growing concerns over bilateral relations and economic implications.
In Parliament, Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirms the US as a vital partner for South Africa, despite challenges posed by disinformation.
Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson for the presidency, emphasises the importance of timing in building a beneficial relationship and addresses concerns about engagement with the Trump administration.
French President Macron's high-stakes White House meeting ends in diplomatic disappointment as Trump rejects European security proposals for Ukraine, highlighting deepening transatlantic divisions and raising questions about future EU-US cooperation.
French President Emmanuel Macron heads to Washington to challenge Donald Trump's unilateral approach to Ukraine peace talks.
US-Ukraine relations reach a critical point as Washington demands Zelensky ceases his criticism of Trump, while pressing for a controversial mineral right deal.
Tensions escalate as Israel maintains military presence at five strategic points in southern Lebanon, defying an agreed withdrawal deadline.
In a strategic diplomatic move, Ukrainian President Zelensky announces readiness for Russian peace talks - but only after securing aligned positions with the US and Europe.
NATO allies face growing divisions as Trump's surprise Ukraine peace talks with Putin trigger European demands for inclusion, while US Defence Secretary Hegseth defends the initiative amid concerns over Kyiv's sovereignty and future security arrangements.
Trump's freeze on USAID funding has thrown Latin America into crisis, threatening crucial programs fighting drug trafficking, poverty, and corruption.
Hamas has welcomed the firm stance taken by Jordan and Egypt against US President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to relocate Gaza's population.
In a tense first NATO visit, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth challenges European allies over Ukraine support and unprecedented military spending demands, as Trump's administration pushes for NATO reforms and a 5% GDP defence target.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, heading Trump's newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), issued a stark warning about US financial stability during a White House briefing.
The fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire faces a critical turning point as former US President Donald Trump issues an ultimatum: release all Israeli hostages by Saturday or 'all hell breaks loose'.
As Iran commemorates its 1979 revolution amid mass celebrations, President Pezeshkian launches a fierce rebuke of Donald Trump's renewed sanctions, highlighting the deepening rift between Tehran and Washington.
As the critical New START Treaty approaches its 2026 expiration date, experts warn that negotiating a new US-Russia nuclear arms control agreement could extend beyond the deadline. With Russia's recent suspension of treaty participation and growing tensions over nuclear facility inspections, the stakes for global security have never been higher. Arms Control Association leadership cautions about the risk of an 'unconstrained nuclear arms race' if a new agreement isn't reached.
Global markets brace for impact as US-China trade tensions escalate, with Trump imposing fresh tariffs on Chinese goods while deliberately postponing talks with President Xi Jinping. Beijing's immediate retaliation with counter-tariffs on US energy and vehicles signals a deepening economic confrontation between the world's largest economies.
Unprecedented controversy erupts as Elon Musk, armed with sweeping powers from President Trump, takes control of crucial US Treasury operations and dismantles USAID. Democrats warn of constitutional crisis as the world's richest man gains extraordinary influence over government functions without official appointment.