Will for Peace
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Minister refuses to confirm presidential approval for Iran naval exercise
Defence minister Angie Motshekga declined to answer questions in Parliament on Wednesday about whether President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised Iran’s participation in a joint naval exercise with South Africa.
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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.
