PRETORIA - President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern over attacks by the United States’ on Iranian targets, escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
This follows US airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites — a move Ramaphosa says risks further destabilising the region. The president says South Africa had hoped that Donald Trump would use his influence to encourage dialogue, not confrontation.
Ramaphosa is now urging all parties — the US, Israel, and Iran — to give the United Nations space to lead mediation efforts.
That includes independent inspection of Iran’s nuclear facilities and renewed commitment to peace talks.
Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson for President Ramaphosa, says the government’s strong support for diplomacy and the urgent need to avoid military escalation.
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