Middle East
As US-Iran talks resume, will Israel play spoiler (again)?
Trump can get to yes with Tehran if he wants to
February 05, 2026
Trump can get to yes with Tehran if he wants to
Pretoria is pursuing a delicate balancing act, trying to mend relations with Washington while embracing its enemies
Even the shifting justifications could be resolved with diplomacy
Against a backdrop of unpopular support for Israel, locals don't like James Holtsnider's meddling in tribal affairs
Trump appears intent on starting another war on Tehran, this time with greater risk of regional chaos and nuclear proliferation
If, when and how is unclear. But the clock appears to be ticking.
