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War in Ukraine
S.Africa to Invite Zelensky ‘Soon’ to Discuss Ending War
The offer comes amid heavy criticism of moves by Russia and the United States to negotiate an end to the war through talks where neither Ukraine nor its European allies were invited.
Feb. 21, 2025
Africa
OPINION: Why Africa Should Dismiss Moscow’s Bantustans – and their Moochers
Ignoring lessons from history and playing recklessly with their own circumstances, the Pan African Parliament should not be demonstrating tacit recognition of occupied Ukrainian territories.
Feb. 2, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Dead Civilians Were Found’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 28
Moscow’s soldiers shoot civilians near Pokrovsk; Truck with civilian plates carrying North Korean soldiers stopped in Kursk, Zelensky says region under control; South Africa defines Ukraine position.
Oct. 28, 2024
UK
A Day in History – Wladimir Klitschko Avenged His Brother in Heavyweight Fight
The victory also marked the beginning of boxing history’s longest accumulated heavyweight title reigns, which ended when Klitschko lost to British boxer Tyson Fury in 2015.
Oct. 15, 2024
Canada
Ukrainian Military Engineers to Receive Buffalo Mine Protected Vehicles
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has certified the use of the multi-purpose mine-resistant vehicle, said to one of the world’s safest, for its armed forces.
Aug. 18, 2024
Israel
OPINION: South Africa’s Double Standards
South Africa’s allegations of genocide against Israel come in the wake of its UN abstention following Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, and its joint naval drills with Russia and China.
Feb. 5, 2024
War in Ukraine
South Africa Is Key in the Diplomatic Struggle Between Russia and Ukraine
The African continent has long been fertile ground for Russian influence. Ukraine’s ambassador to South Africa insists that Ukraine is now making inroads.
Jan. 31, 2024
Israel
South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel Explained
South Africa brought the case against Israel because both countries have signed the UN Genocide Convention, drawn up in 1948 as the world vowed “never again” after the Holocaust.
Jan. 26, 2024
Iran
BRICS Bloc Takes on Five New Members
The BRICS bloc members Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa welcomed Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates as new full members on Monday.
Jan. 3, 2024
Putin
Putin to be Replaced by Lavrov at BRICS Summit in South Africa
Putin was formally invited to BRICS summit due to take place in Johannesburg between August 22 and 24, but Pretoria has been under heavy domestic and international pressure not to host him.
July 19, 2023
War in Ukraine
Daily Briefing From Ukraine
Your news for the morning of Wednesday, July 19 – Day 511 of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine.
July 19, 2023