#TrumpTariffs šØ BREAKING: Trump Confronts Ramaphosa Over South Africa Violence šØ
In a tense and unexpected showdown at the White House, former U.S. President Donald Trump directly confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, presenting a video depicting anti-white chants and alleged violence in South Africa. The video featured EFF leader Julius Malema chanting āShoot the Boer, shoot the farmerā ā triggering a fiery exchange. š¹š„
š£ Trumpās Accusation $TRUMP
Trump condemned what he called targeted violence and land grabs against white farmers, claiming āpeople are fleeing South Africa for their own safety.ā He accused Ramaphosa of ignoring the crisis. šØ
š”ļø Ramaphosaās Defense
President Ramaphosa firmly denied the allegations, insisting South Africa remains a constitutional democracy, and that the EFF represents only a fringe voice. šŖ
š„ White House Posts Video
The controversial footage, later posted to the White Houseās X account, showed symbolic Afrikaner graves, protest imagery, and dramatic scenes aimed at highlighting alleged persecution. š$TRUMP
š Global Reaction
Reactions are deeply divided. Some praise Trumpās bold stance, while others denounce the move as political theater with potential to strain US-Africa ties. š¤
š¬ Voices in the Room
ā¢ šŗšø Donald Trump: Led the confrontation, cut US funding to South Africa
ā¢ šæš¦ Cyril Ramaphosa: Defended his countryās policies and democratic structure
⢠š„ Julius Malema: Accused of promoting hate speech
⢠š Elon Musk: Criticized SAās affirmative action laws, attended the meeting
⢠š¼ Johann Rupert: SA billionaire who tried to mediate
āļø Whatās Next?
With U.S. relations on the line and Secretary of State Marco Rubio signaling potential reset talks, the future of diplomatic ties between Washington and Pretoria hangs in the balance. š®