Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Dr Joan Swart unpacks the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict

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Phemelo speaks to Defence and Strategic Analyst Dr Joan Swart about the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict, as Washington pauses its strikes to give peace talks room to progress. They also unpack the wider regional tensions, the impact on global markets and Cuba’s accusation that the US is pursuing a takeover of the island.
27 Jul 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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