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Flotilla Intercepted, SA Reacts – And Questions Swirl Around Ambassador’s Mthethwa’s Death

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A humanitarian flotilla carrying aid to Gaza - and global voices like Greta Thunberg and Susan Sarandon was intercepted by Israeli forces 75 miles off the coast, sparking diplomatic concern. The flotilla defied warnings as it attempted to break the Gaza blockade, drawing widespread attention to the worsening humanitarian crisis.

Meanwhile, back home, questions continue to swirl around the shocking death of South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa. Found dead outside a Paris hotel after being reported missing, investigations could wrap up within days. Phemelo speaks to International Relations Ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri for the latest on both stories shaking global diplomacy and South Africa's foreign affairs.
1 Oct 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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