Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the expulsion of South Africa’s new Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, accusing him of hating America and Donald Trump. This move is the latest in a series of tensions between the two countries since Trump took office. Rasool’s comments on the MAGA movement in a recent online seminar triggered Rubio’s anger, leading to his expulsion. South Africa’s government expressed regret and emphasized its commitment to building a mutually beneficial relationship with the US.
This incident adds to existing strains, including Trump’s false accusations against South Africa regarding land confiscation and the cutting of financial aid. Additionally, Rubio and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s absence from recent G20 meetings held in South Africa further demonstrate the strained relationship between the two allies. South African-born Trump adviser Elon Musk has also criticized South Africa’s ownership laws. Ambassador Rasool, a former anti-apartheid activist, warned South Africa to handle Trump’s administration cautiously.
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