Poging GOUD - Vrij
The ones with real power in the world's politics
The Mercury
|December 02, 2025
THE 20-point Gaza Peace Plot was accepted by all and sundry, even including the toilet cleaners and catering staff at the joint meeting at the United Nations. (China and Russia abstained).
Of course, the aftermath that followed is no secret.
That not a single country has had the guts to raise any objection against the UNO and complain that even before the peace plan has gone past the first step, hundreds of Palestinians have been murdered, crushed and bombed already.
Now, move to the drama-filled G20 Summit in South Africa, where loud, resounding alarm and applause, seldom heard before in any other recent conference, greeted President Ramaphosa's polite but incisive speech, telling the USA where to get off!
Dit verhaal komt uit de December 02, 2025-editie van The Mercury.
Abonneer u op Magzter GOLD voor toegang tot duizenden zorgvuldig samengestelde premiumverhalen en meer dan 9000 tijdschriften en kranten.
Bent u al abonnee? Aanmelden
MEER VERHALEN VAN The Mercury
The Mercury
Bangladesh-Pakistan flights to resume
DHAKA: Bangladesh and Pakistan are to resume direct flights after more than a decade, Dhaka's national airline said yesterday, as ties warm and regional power balances shift.
1 min
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Turkiye will help Syria against fighters
Turkiye's military was ready to \"support\" Syria in its battle with Kurdish fighters in the northwestern city of Aleppo if Damascus asks for help, a defence ministry official said yesterday.
1 min
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Why new signing Mason Mushore is the key to AmaZulu's midfield balance
AMAZULU head coach Arthur Zwane has opened up on the reasoning behind the club’s decision to sign Zimbabwean midfielder Mason Mushore, describing the move as both a necessary response to recent challenges and part of a wider plan to strengthen the squad.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Champions Cup audition for Stormers fringe players against Harlequins
WHILE the Stormers toured without their usual star-studded cast for their third Champions Cup pool clash in London, the Twickenham Stoop provides the perfect stage to highlight the depth that underpins their current success.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
UN chief ready to support dialogue
UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres this week expressed the availability of his offices to support a possible inclusive national dialogue in Venezuela, his spokesperson said.
1 min
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Cape Town sounds alarm as dam levels plummet after heatwave
CAPE Town authorities have issued an urgent appeal for residents, businesses and visitors to cut back on water use after dam levels dropped significantly following a surge in consumption during recent hot weather.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Sesko spark masks Man Utd disappointment for Fletcher
MANCHESTER United caretaker boss Darren Fletcher hopes Benjamin Sesko's double in a 2-2 draw at Burnley proves to be the launching pad for the Slovenian striker after a tough start to life at Old Trafford.Sesko had scored just twice in 17 appearances since his £74 million move from RB Leipzig prior to Wednesday's trip to Turf Moor.
1 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
Squeezing the life out of the opposition is what the Lions’ Qoma is all about
WHILE the Lions’ results remain inconsistent, their performances are on an upward trajectory, and flanker Siba Qoma reckons they are not far off a \"purple patch\".
2 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
‘A Happy New Year’? Only if we seize the controls from the captains of chaos
WHAT we term as a “year” is merely a virtual “time capsule” in which we are mostly passengers.
1 mins
January 09, 2026
The Mercury
An epic offshore season awaits – 2026 is firing on all cylinders!
Buckle up, because 2026 is rolling in hot with an offshore season that’s already showing serious promise.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size
