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South Africans evacuated from Gaza land at OR Tambo International Airport [video]
Nineteen South African nationals, stranded in Gaza since 7 October 2023, landed safely at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday.
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Elon Musk rejects Hamas invite to war-torn Gaza Strip
Elon Musk turned down an invite to Gaza by Hamas, despite recently partaking in a tour of Kfar Aza and a sit-down with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Hamas hostage release included a South African woman: Here’s everything we know
The release of hostages by Hamas, including a South African woman, emerges as a pivotal element in the truce process with Israel.
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President Ramaphosa welcomes agreement on humanitarian pause in Israel-Palestine conflict
The President added that the people of Palestine, Israel and the nations of the region must work together with the international community to entrench the rights, peace and sustainable development of the Palestinian people.
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BRICS countries to meet on Israel-Palestine conflict
The gathering will be convened by current BRICS chair President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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Parktown Girls High doubles down on controversial English exam paper
Parktown Girls High courted controversy over a questionable Grade 10 English exam paper that flirted with the ongoing Gaza conflict.
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Woolworths shoots down claims of supporting Israel boycott, clarifies ‘deshelving’ debacle
Woolworths has clarified several claims made in media articles about its position on the Israel boycott.
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Woolworths battens under mounting pressure to outrightly denounce Israel
Woolworths has reportedly reiterated its stance on Israel and deshelved all products imported from the region. Here's what we know.
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Ahmed Abbasi: Gift of the Givers Head killed in Gaza war
Gift of the Givers mourned the loss of Ahmed Abbasi and his brother, who were killed in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Cape Town Buzz
Sea Point Promenade clash: Pro-Palestine protesters confront Pro-Israel march [video]
Pro-Palestine protesters clashed with pro-Israel groups on the Sea Point promenade, leading to intervention by security forces.
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EFF to picket outside Tshwane Israel embassy: Here’s everything you must know
The EFF plans to picket outside the Israel embassy in Tshwane to show solidarity with Palestinians.
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President Ramaphosa to attend Cairo Summit for Peace
The President will attend the summit at the invitation of His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
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Pandor calls for urgent provision of humanitarian aid as Israel-Palestine conflict escalates
She described the conflict between Israel and Palestine as “grave”.
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Cabinet condemns bombing of Gaza’s Ahli-Arab Baptist Hospital
Ntshavheni described the bombing of the hospital as a “war crime” as hospitals are considered a haven under International Humanitarian Law.
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Cairo International Film Festival postponed amid brewing tensions in Israel-Hamas war
The Cairo Film Festival has been indefinitely postponed due to the intensifying Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Gift of the Givers is on the ground in Gaza
Imtiaz Sooliman calls for negotiations and compromise. 'The only way to solve the problem is to do what is just.'
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Israel airstrike on al-Ahli Arab Hospital kills more than 500 innocent patients
The Israel airstrike on al-Ahli Arab Hospital marks a grim chapter in the ongoing conflict, claiming over 500 innocent lives and sparking international outcry.
Viral News
Gerhard van Rensburg: Pretoria Marathon Club suspends runner accused of assaulting pro-Palestine protester
Gerhard van Rensburg faces a temporary suspension from the Pretoria Marathon Club following allegations of assaulting a pro-Palestine protester during the Cape Town Marathon.
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DIRCO clears the air on controversial Hamas ‘support’ phone call
DIRCO has clarified the recent phone call between Minister Naledi Pandor and Hamas Leader Ismail Haniyeh.
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Hamas-Israeli conflict: What’s at stake for Egypt
Egypt performs a balancing act in managing relations between Israel and Palestine.
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African states urged to lobby International Criminal Court on Gaza
Southern African Litigation Centre says reports of war crimes must be probed
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State of Israel pressures Gigi Hadid into denouncing Palestine with ‘butchered babies’ photo
The State of Israel's Instagram account accused Hadid of ignoring the plight of Jewish infants allegedly killed in their homes, a claim aimed at spotlighting purported acts of violence by Hamas military groups.
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Cape Town Marathon runner accused of assaulting pro-Palestine protester [photo]
Cape Town Marathon runner Gerhard van Rensburg allegedly shoved Houston out of his way, causing her to fall and hit her head on the ground.
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SA condemns violation of the Geneva Conventions
According to the World Health Organisation, the complete blockage of the Gaza Strip announced by Israel remains in effect.
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‘Day of Jihad’: Israeli diplomat attacked in Beijing [video]
This violent attack comes in the wake of a global 'Day of Jihad' proclamation by Hamas' ex-leader, Khaled Meshaal, urging Muslims worldwide to express solidarity with Palestinians in their battle against Israel.
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President extends condolences to victims of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The President has also called for the immediate and unconditional opening of humanitarian corridors.
Lifestyle
Israel war could spell negative outlook for November petrol prices
The Central Energy Fund (CEF) of South Africa has already provided an early forecast for the coming month's fuel prices, indicating a noteworthy rise.
Viral News
Sukkot festival attack: Hamas complicates Israel response with mass abduction
Dozens of Sukkot festival-goers were abducted by Hamas fighters during the weekend, and are reportedly held across various locations in Gaza.
Travel
Flights from Johannesburg to Tel Aviv resume amid Hamas attack on Israel
In South Africa, airlines continued to service the route amid warnings regarding the potential dangers stirred by the escalating conflict in Israel.
Viral News
Israel under siege from Palestine-linked Hamas military group [video]
In the wake of the attack, several airports in the southern and central regions of Israel have been temporarily closed, with the exception of private and sports flights.
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