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South Africa· Cape TownSouth Africa hosts BRICS naval drills with China, Russia, and Iran
South Africa conducted joint naval exercises off its coast with China, Russia, and Iran as part of the BRICS bloc, sparking controversy and an investigation into the unauthorized presence of Iranian warships.
Background
BRICS is an intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. It aims to promote cooperation among member states and challenge the existing global order, often seen as dominated by Western powers. Joint military exercises are a common feature of such international blocs.
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South Africa participates in BRICS naval drills with China, Russia, and Iran
First report 21h agoLast update 11h agoExpresses concern that the naval drills involving South Africa, China, Russia, and Iran are troubling to the 'free world'.
Reports on President Ramaphosa receiving a probe report regarding the Iranian Navy's participation in joint maneuvers, which violated executive directives.
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