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  From Zelenskyy to Ramaphosa: Has Trump Made Diplomatic Ambush a Tactic?

  Originals | May 23, 2025 0:08 IST

  In late February, Trump publicly berated Ukraine's Zelenskyy in the Oval Office. Now, three months later, he tried the same with South Africa's Ramaphosa, pushing false claims of white genocide, raising concerns that this could become a recurring tactic.

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  South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected for second term after late-night coalition agreement

  World | June 15, 2024 12:34 IST

  This came after the African National Congress lost its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years since ending apartheid in 1994. The situation forced it to partner with the opposition Democratic Alliance, once considered ANC's fiercest rival.

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  Bidri vases to Nagaland shawl: PM Modi's exquisite gifts to leaders as BRICS Summit nears conclusion

  World | August 24, 2023 23:36 IST

  PM Modi gifted a pair of Bidri vases to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and a Nagaland shawl to his wife Tshepo Motsepe.

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  BRICS Summit 2023: PM Modi, Sheikh Hasina exchange pleasantries at dinner hosted by Ramaphosa

  World | August 24, 2023 18:59 IST

  "Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was a few yards away from the Bangladesh premier, walked to Sheikh Hasina and exchanged pleasantries," Bangladeshi media quoted Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen,

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  At BRICS, PM Modi to hold multiple bilaterals with member nations but all eyes on India-China talks

  World | August 24, 2023 11:19 IST

  Despite being a jam-packed schedule, the major highlight would be if the Indian PM met Chinese President Xi Jinping before leaving the event.

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  BRICS Summit 2023: "We join you in the joy..." South Africa congratulates India on Chandrayaan-3

  World | August 23, 2023 17:33 IST

  "In a few hours, India's spacecraft Chandrayaan-3 will be landing on the Moon... This, for us as the BRICS family, is a momentous occasion and we rejoice with you," said Ramaphosa to PM Modi at the BRICS Summit 2023.

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  PM Modi holds bilateral meet with South African President, vows to boost agriculture, defence ties

  World | August 23, 2023 15:03 IST

  "Had an excellent meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa. We discussed a wide range of issues aimed at deepening India-South Africa relations. We will keep working together to strengthen the voice of the Global South," tweeted PM Modi.

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  BRICS Summit: Putin denounces sanctions, warns 'Black Sea grain deal remain suspended until...'

  World | August 23, 2023 9:18 IST

  Putin, the subject of an International Criminal Court arrest warrant related to the war in Ukraine, did not travel to Johannesburg for the summit of the BRICS group of emerging economies.

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  BRICS Summit 2023: Looking forward to meetings with world leaders, says PM Modi in Johannesburg

  World | August 22, 2023 19:42 IST

  "Looking forward to the various deliberations and meetings with world leaders during the BRICS Summit over the next few days," said PM Modi in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

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  BRICS Summit: What leads to formation of group and which countries want to join it? Know here

  Explainers | August 22, 2023 15:03 IST

  It is expected that world leaders will emphasise limiting the dominance of the United States in both shaping the economy and the world order. As of now, America monopolises the world order, where it retains itself in the top position and then Europe-- overlooking China's position.

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  BRICS Summit: Is PM Modi, Xi Jinping bilateral meeting on border disputes on cards? Centre replies

  World | August 22, 2023 10:15 IST

  While addressing a special press conference on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra gave a cryptic reply to the reporters who asked him about the possibility of PM Modi meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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  PM Modi departs for South Africa's Johannesburg to attend BRICS Summit I India's key expectations

  World | August 22, 2023 8:51 IST

  During his visit, the Indian Prime Minister will also participate in the BRICS–Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue event that will be held as part of the BRICS Summit activities.

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  Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend BRICS Summit in South Africa, confirms Beijing

  World | August 18, 2023 20:33 IST

  Xi Jinping will co-chair the China-Africa Leaders' Dialogue with his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa after the conclusion of the BRICS Summit.

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  Arresting Putin would be 'declaration of war': South African President Cyril Ramaphosa

  World | July 19, 2023 7:38 IST

  An arrest warrant has been issued against Russian President Vladimir Putin by the International Criminal Court (ICC), should he step out of Russian soil, for alleged war crimes in the ongoing war against Ukraine.

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  Putin outrightly rejects African leaders endorsed 'peace plan': 'Couldn't be formulated on paper'

  World | June 18, 2023 7:19 IST

  As told by the war-ravaged nation, the African leaders told Putin to end the conflict to prevent a further humanitarian crisis that has affected the African nations too.

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  PM Modi speaks with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss cooperation in BRICS

  India | June 10, 2023 23:47 IST

  The two leaders reviewed bilateral, regional and global issues, including cooperation in BRICS.

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  Omicron Scare: South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa tests positive for COVID-19, mildly ill

  World | December 13, 2021 10:37 IST

  Ramaphosa said his own infection serves as a caution to all people in South Africa to be vaccinated and remain vigilant against exposure, the statement said. Vaccination remains the best protection against severe illness and hospitalization, it said.

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  Alcohol a hindrance to fight against COVID-19: South African president

  World | April 19, 2020 8:21 IST

  Alcohol is considered a hindrance to the fight against the novel coronavirus pandemic, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has told an industry group that was lobbying for the lifting of restrictions that prohibit the sale or transporting of liquor during the lockdown. 

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  Patriotic fervour envelopes Rajpath as India displays military might

  News | January 26, 2019 19:21 IST

  India's military might was on display, with the artillery gun system M777 American Ultra Light Howitzers, recently acquired from the US and K9 Vajra, a self-propelled artillery gun, showcased on Rajpath, being new additions this year.