Posts tagged: UNSC

The South African Government has taken note of the recent Presidential Determination by the United States. This programme remains concerning and still appears to rest on a premise that is factually inaccurate and a disregard for our constitutional processes. The claim of a ‘white genocide’ in South Africa is widely discredited and unsupported by reliable […]

South Africa condemns the abhorrent attacks deliberately targeting civilians and essential civilian infrastructure, including hospitals. We firmly assert that there must be no impunity for the serious violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) and international human rights law (IHRL). The principle of protection of civilians and the safeguarding of essential infrastructure remain non-negotiable legal and […]

The South African Government notes with grave concern that the Israeli Prime Minister, Mr Benjamin Netanyahu, has ordered immediate “powerful strikes” on Gaza, claiming that Hamas had violated the truce deal. The air strikes have already killed over 100 Palestinians on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, and injured dozens of Palestinians. It is disheartening to note […]