President Cyril Ramaphosa said he would not resign on Monday evening after days of speculation.
At the G7 summit in France, U.S. President Donald Trump stated he would "go right back to dropping bombs" on Iran if he disapproves of the upcoming deal, which is set to be formalized Friday. The agreement aims to end the Middle East conflict and extend a ceasefire.
Migrants in South Africa face a looming deadline set by anti-immigrant protesters to leave the country. Many report intimidation and violence, with some fleeing their homes to gather in open fields. The government warns against scapegoating, while protesters cite economic hardship and strained public services.
Israeli jets struck southern Lebanon despite US President Trump's criticism of the actions. Trump urged PM Netanyahu to be more responsible, stating Israel had fought Hezbollah for too long. The strikes occurred amid a US-Iran deal that reportedly includes Lebanon.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway has successfully undergone a lung transplant, a development described as "very happy news" for the royal family and the nation. She will remain hospitalized for several weeks for observation, a standard procedure for transplant recipients.
Undocumented migrants in South Africa face a looming deadline set by anti-migrant protesters. Many, like Esnat Joseph from Malawi, fear for their lives amidst threats of violence and forced repatriation, while protest organizers claim they are addressing economic hardship and illegal immigration.
Israeli nationalists, including politician Moshe Feiglin and Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, are openly flouting the Status Quo at Jerusalem's al-Aqsa compound, which allows non-Muslim visits but prohibits prayer. Reports suggest a new Israeli body may declare it a "multi-faith centre," raising alarms among Jordan, Gulf countries, Egypt, and the UK, with fears of renewed tensions.
