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Ramaphosa keeps cool during Trump's choreographed onslaught

Ramaphosa keeps cool during Trump's choreographed onslaught

Summary

During a meeting at the White House, former U.S. President Donald Trump questioned South African President Cyril Ramaphosa about unverified claims of "white genocide" in South Africa. Trump presented videos and news clippings as part of a staged exchange, while Ramaphosa urged listening to South Africans' voices on the issue.

Key Facts

  • Trump and Ramaphosa met in the Oval Office during Trump's second term.
  • Trump made claims about the persecution of white South Africans.
  • Trump used videos and news clippings during the meeting to support his claims.
  • Ramaphosa responded by saying it is important to listen to South Africans.
  • The meeting involved political figures and South African-born billionaire Elon Musk.
  • Trump invited South African golfers Ernie Els and Retief Goosen to the meeting.
  • During the meeting, Trump spoke about welcoming white South African farmers into the U.S. as refugees.
  • The incident involved controversial discussions about land seizures and race relations in South Africa.

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