Iran said that a return to war with the US was unlikely, but warned the Islamic republic stood ready to respond to any attack.
South African motorists face renewed financial pressure at the pumps as National Treasury confirmed it will phase out fuel levy relief measures introduced to cushion consumers from soaring fuel prices.
The Democratic Alliance urges the removal of the Road Accident Fund levy, citing corruption and inefficiency, and proposes alternative solutions.
South Africa’s CPI rose to 4% in April, mainly due to fuel price hikes, impacting transport costs and airfares significantly.
Iran has demanded the release of frozen assets and an end to US naval blockades after the US rejected Tehran’s terms for peace negotiations.
US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising fears of fresh conflict.
ran’s powerful chief negotiator has warned the United States against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, risking reigniting the Middle East war.
Iran warned that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire.
President Donald Trump has intensified plans to reduce American military saying that troop cuts will extend “way down” beyond the 5 000 personnel.
Renewed fighting between the US and Iran is likely after Donald Trump said he was “not satisfied” with a new Iranian negotiating proposal.