South Africa summons US ambassador again over 'undiplomatic conduct,' official says
The ministry said his repeated public criticism of Pretoria amounted to undiplomatic conduct as bilateral tensions deepen over Washington’s policy demands.
- On Tuesday, South Africa's foreign affairs ministry summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III for a formal démarche, marking the third such reprimand since he assumed his post nine months ago.
- Bozell's recent comments centered on President Trump's domestic policy demands, specifically criticizing South Africa's response to issues including black economic empowerment and the 'Kill the Boer' chant.
- Officials described the ambassador's frequent media interviews as "undiplomatic conduct," while the US maintains that Pretoria must address five specific policy concerns raised in December.
- Two weeks ago, the United States imposed visa restrictions on certain South Africans, and a US official stated the ball is now in Pretoria's court to define its desired relationship with Washington.
- Competition over access to critical minerals continues to strain bilateral ties, according to Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, despite both nations claiming commitment to resolving outstanding diplomatic matters.
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The American government is increasing the pressure on South Africa to meet five domestic policy demands. Pretoria is working on this – and appoints the US ambassador.
Pretoria objects to Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III's criticism of government as tensions with Washington continue to mount
South Africa summons US ambassador for third time in nine months
The South African government has summoned US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III for the third time in nine months over what it described as his “undiplomatic conduct.” A senior official of South Africa’s foreign ministry confirmed that Bozell was called in on Tuesday to explain his conduct, shortly after he published an opinion article accusing […] South Africa summons US ambassador for third time in nine months
South Africa Summons US Ambassador, Third Time In Nine Months Over ‘Undiplomatic Conduct’
Conservative envoy Brent Bozell took up his post in February with bilateral ties fractured over a range of issues, from South Africa's genocide case against US ally Israel to President Donald Trump's disputed claims that white Afrikaners are being persecuted.
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