South Africa is Not Xenophobic – Ramaphosa Tells African Countries

President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected claims that South Africa is xenophobic, describing such characterisations as “lazy” amid ongoing protests over undocumented foreign nationals. His spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, made the remarks on Wednesday in Cape Town as anti-migrant rhetoric and demonstrations continue to gain traction. Recent protests—some involving groups like Operation Dudula and political parties—have focused on undocumented migration, with…

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French Vessel Attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Crew Injured

French shipping company CMA CGM confirmed on Wednesday that one of its vessels was targeted in an attack on Tuesday while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. According to local media reports, the vessel, named San Antonio, was attacked while passing through the strategic waterway. Crew members injured in the incident were evacuated and are currently receiving medical treatment,…

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No Decision Taken on Hantavirus Cruise Ship — Spain

Spain on Tuesday said it would not decide where a cruise ship with hantavirus cases would dock until epidemiological data had been analysed, casting uncertainty on the vessel’s next steps. A health ministry statement came shortly after World Health Organization epidemic and pandemic preparedness director Maria Van Kerkhove said in Geneva that the ship would head for the Canary…

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US Trade Gap Widens in March as AI Spending Boosts Imports

The US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March, government data showed Tuesday, as spending linked to the artificial intelligence buildout boosted imports. But US exports of crude oil and petroleum products also jumped after war in the Middle East began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran. This could narrow the gap in the following…

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