South Africa expresses deep concern over the escalating crisis in the Gulf, arising from the use of force by the United States and Israel against Iran, the subsequent retaliatory strikes by Iran across the region, and the ongoing attacks by Israel on Leba ...
South African National Statement at the 39th Special Session of the Human Rights Council of the deteriorating Human Rights situation in Iran, 23 January 2026
Mr President, South Africa reiterates its commitment to multilateralism and stands for the firm adherence to the international rule of law. South Africa believes that the right to peaceful protest, freedom of expression, and freedom of association are ...
South Africa calls for restraint and dialogue in Iran
The South African Government is following the developments in Iran with concern. The reports of unrest and the subsequent loss of life are concerning, and South Africa urges all parties to exercise maximum restraint. South Africa firmly believes tha ...
BRICS Joint Statement on the escalation of the Security Situation in the Middle East following military strikes on the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran
We express grave concern over the military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran since 13 June 2025, which constitute a violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and the subsequent escalation of the security situation in ...
South Africa urges dialogue to end Israel-Iran conflict
President Cyril Ramaphosa and the South African Government have noted with a great deal of anxiety the entry by the United States of America into the Israel-Iran war. It was South Africa’s sincerest hope that President Donald Trump would use his influe ...
South African citizens in the Islamic Republic of Iran requested to ensure they are registered with the Embassy
South Africa wishes to urge all its citizens currently in the Islamic Republic of Iran to contact the Embassy in Tehran to ensure that they are registered with and that their whereabouts are known to the Embassy. It is important to note that South Afri ...
South Africa condemns targeting of civilians, urges de-escalation between Iran and Israel
South Africa expresses deep concern regarding the escalation of hostilities between the State of Israel and Islamic Republic of Iran. We extend our deepest condolences to the peoples of both nations suffering from the tragic loss of life. South Africa ...
South Africa condemns Israeli attacks on Iran
South Africa expresses profound concern regarding the attacks conducted by Israel on targets within Iran on 13 June 2025, including reported impacts on military areas, nuclear facilities, and civilian infrastructure. Reports of civilian casualties, alongs ...
South Africa sends message of condolences to the Islamic Republic of Iran following the devastating explosion that occurred at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran
The Government of the Republic of South Africa expresses its deepest condolences to the Government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran following the devastating explosion that occurred at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, which res ...