South Africa
Defence Minister in deep water with presidency over Iran's questionable involvement in naval exercises

Chinese ships taking part in BRICS exercises off the Simon's Town naval base in Cape Town, South Africa, on 6 January 2026.
Chinese ships taking part in BRICS exercises off the Simon's Town naval base in Cape Town, South Africa, on 6 January 2026. © Brenton Geach/EPA/MaxPPP
Cyril Ramaphosa had ordered Angie Motshekga to downgrade Iran to observer status during maritime manoeuvres with BRICS partners in South African seas. Yet photos have emerged showing Iranian ships participating. [...]
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