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SA Police union urges calm as Police Service–IDAC tensions raise concerns

The Independent Policing Union of South Africa (SA) (IPUSA) has appealed for restraint amid escalating tensions between the SA Police Service (SAPS) and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), warning that the dispute could erode public confidence in law enforcement.

SA repatriations rise as government closes migrant shelter

South Africa’s (SA) government says the number of undocumented Malawian nationals returned home has reached 5 000 as efforts intensify to manage displacement caused by recent unrest in the KwaZulu-Natal province.

US–Iran talks end first round with roadmap despite tensions over Strait of Hormuz

The first round of high-level talks between the United States (US) and Iran has concluded in Switzerland, with mediators confirming an agreement on a path toward a broader deal despite early tensions.

Calls for stronger protection after killing of candidate in SA elections

The killing of a local election candidate in South Africa’s (SA) city of Cape Town has sparked calls for urgent action to protect political leaders ahead of the country’s municipal polls.

UN Peacebuilding Fund marks 20 years of conflict prevention support

The United Nations (UN) says preventing conflict remains one of its most critical yet least visible missions, as its Peacebuilding Fund (PBF) marks two decades of operation.

India recall Kohli for England ODI tour, subject to fitness

Rana was a part of the squad in the ​third ODI against Afghanistan.