BRICS
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South Africa faces US pressure: Iran withdraws from controversial naval exercises
South Africa has reportedly asked Iran to withdraw from major naval exercises with Russia and China, bowing to mounting pressure from the United States, also as deadly protests continue to…
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South Africa defends naval drills with Iran, China, Russia as ‘essential’
South Africa begins week-long naval exercises with Russia, Iran and China, defending the ‘Will for Peace 2026’ drills as essential cooperation.
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Multi-national naval exercise off South African coast draws international attention
Chinese and Iranian warships join BRICS naval drill at Simon’s Town, South Africa, reigniting debate over the country’s foreign policy alignment.
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South Africa to host controversial naval exercise with Russia and Iran despite criticism
South Africa will proceed with hosting Exercise Mosi III in early January 2026, featuring naval forces from Russia, China, and Iran, despite mounting criticism from opposition parties who argue the…
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South Africa stuck in a rut: How can it escape the trap of economic stagnation?
Nearly two decades after joining the BRICS, South Africa has failed to deliver on its development promises. Per capita GDP in 2025 is below 2007 levels, with a marked deterioration…
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Ramaphosa lambasts Trump’s threat to ‘punish’ BRICS countries
JOHANNESBURG – President Cyril Ramaphosa today condemned US President Donald Trump’s threat of higher tariffs on BRICS nations, saying efforts to “punish” the bloc were disappointing. Trump accused the 11-nation…
