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Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

International Relations (IR) Committee Chair Supports the Minister of Justice’s Response to the Unauthorised Letter by Departmental Official

Mr Mahumapelo further supports the instruction of the Minister for the withdrawal of the irregular service of the process and the Minister’s instruction for an internal consequence management

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Supra Mahumapelo, supports the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ms Mmamoloko Kubayi’s instruction for the withdrawal of the unauthorised letter issued by the departmental official which led to a Sherriff to serve the United Nations Special Rapporteur…

Médecins sans frontières (MSF)
Source: Médecins sans frontières (MSF) |

People's health is direly impacted by poor living conditions in Gaza despite ceasefire

“Malnutrition, inadequate sanitation, and poor living conditions are taking a devastating toll on people’s health

More than one million people are still being forced to survive on a tiny patch of land, and in dangerous living conditions, in southern Gaza, Palestine. This displacement, along with the massive destruction of civilian infrastructure and the health system by Israeli forces, is creating the perfect storm for disease and illness to spread,…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

South Africa: The International Court of Justice's (ICJ) findings underscore that there is no legal ambiguity regarding Israel’s obligations

South Africa notes in particular that the Court recalled Israel’s obligation not to use starvation of the Palestinian civilian population as a method of warfare

South Africa welcomes the Advisory Opinion issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 22 October 2025 on Israel’s obligations as a United Nations Member State and as an occupying Power, with respect to the Occupied Palestinian Territory. The Court’s Advisory Opinion authoritatively interpreted and reaffirmed Israel’s already existing…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

South Africa: Committee on International Relations Welcomes Release of Six South Africans from Israel

The activists were enroute to Gaza to deliver food and medical supplies when they were arrested in international waters and detained by the Israeli government

The Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation welcomes the release of the six South African activists from Israel and wishes them a safe return home via Jordan. The activists formed part of the Global Sumud flotilla and are expected to arrive tomorrow in South Africa. The activists were enroute…

African Union (AU)
Source: African Union (AU) |

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Condemns Attack on Qatar, Cautions Against Escalation

The Chairperson reaffirmed the AU’s call for restraint, respect for sovereignty, and the protection of civilians

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, expresses deep concern over the reported Israeli strike in Doha, Qatar, warning that the attack risks endangering an already fragile situation in the Middle East. The Chairperson reaffirmed the AU’s call for restraint, respect for sovereignty, and the protection of…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

Statement by the Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt

Egypt announces its full solidarity with the leadership and people of the State of Qatar and calls on the international community to assume its legal and moral responsibilities regarding this flagrant Israeli violation

The Arab Republic of Egypt expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the aggression carried out by the Israeli occupation forces today against the State of Qatar. The attack targeted a meeting of Palestinian leaders in the Qatari capital, Doha, to discuss means to reach a ceasefire agreement. The attack…

Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates
Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates |

The Kingdom of Morocco Strongly Condemns Israel's Heinous Aggression, Violation of Brotherly State of Qatar's Sovereignty

The Kingdom of Morocco reiterates its full solidarity with the State of Qatar against anything liable to jeopardize its security

The Kingdom of Morocco has strongly condemned Israel's heinous aggression and denounced the violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly State of Qatar. The Kingdom of Morocco reiterates its full solidarity with the State of Qatar against anything liable to jeopardize its security, its territorial integrity, and the peace of…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Speaks with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis

The President reviewed Egypt's intensive efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian and relief aid, and secure the release of hostages and captives

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said that the call discussed ways to strengthen the distinguished relations between Egypt and Greece, particularly in light of the May 2025 announcement to elevate them to…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

South Africa condemns Israeli attacks on Damascus and its announcement that it will continue to occupy Southern Syria

South Africa concurs with the UN Secretary-General, who also condemned Israel’s “escalatory airstrikes” and called for an immediate de-escalation of violence and measures to facilitate humanitarian access

South Africa strongly condemns Israel’s latest attacks on the Syrian capital Damascus, on 16 July 2025, on the Syrian Ministry of Defence and air strikes near the Presidential Palace, which are a flagrant violation of the country’s territorial integrity and international law. Israel’s announcement on 17 July 2025, that it…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Speaks with Iranian President Pezeshkian

The call underscored Egypt's continued endeavors to exert all necessary efforts to solidify the ceasefire agreement

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi spoke by phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's absolute rejection of the recent Iranian missile attack targeting the State of Qatar.  The President emphasized Egypt's condemnation of any actions that infringe upon…