Your Followed Topics

1.1M est. views0.00%
world1 month ago

South Africa says 17 citizens trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93djnedql3ohttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93djnedql3ohttps://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/17-south-africans-call-home-for-help-after-being-stranded-fighting-as-mercenaries-in/3tmnhx6
Bbc.co.uk and 6 more
South Africa says 17 citizens trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war Open in Bbc.co.uk
Highlights
  • The South African government will investigate how 17 of its citizens were tricked into joining mercenaries amid concerns over recruitment and being stranded.
  • South African law forbids citizens from aiding foreign militaries without official authorization, guiding investigations and possible actions.
  • The government is actively pursuing repatriation for the 17 men through diplomatic channels as part of a response to the incident.

Virality Score Timeline

Vote 8
0

References

South Africa says 17 citizens trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93djnedql3oBbc.com
South Africa says 17 citizens trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war

17 South Africans call home for help after being stranded fighting as mercenaries in Ukraine war

https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/17-south-africans-call-home-for-help-after-being-stranded-fighting-as-mercenaries-in/3tmnhx6Africa.businessinsider.com
17 South Africans call home for help after being stranded fighting as mercenaries in Ukraine war

South Africa launches investigation into 17 citizens fighting in Ukraine

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/06/south-africa-investigation-citizens-fighting-ukraine-russia-war-mercenariesTheguardian.com
South Africa launches investigation into 17 citizens fighting in Ukraine

South Africa investigates how 17 men were duped into joining mercenaries in the Russia-Ukraine war

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/russia-ukraine-cyril-ramaphosa-south-africa-cape-town-b2859724.htmlIndependent.co.uk
South Africa investigates how 17 men were duped into joining mercenaries in the Russia-Ukraine war

17 mercenaries are accused of fighting for Russia. Now, South Africa wants them home.

https://www.politico.eu/article/south-africa-russia-vladimir-putin-probes-17-mercenaries-suspected-fighting/Politico.eu
17 mercenaries are accused of fighting for Russia. Now, South Africa wants them home.

South Africa investigates how 17 men were duped into joining mercenaries in the Russia-Ukraine war

https://apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-conflict-mercenaries-south-africa-11c304c862b65ca55150df0d61074fd8Apnews.com
South Africa investigates how 17 men were duped into joining mercenaries in the Russia-Ukraine war

Related Topics

worldpoliticssouth africacyril ramaphosadonbas, ukraine

0 Comments

Be the first to comment

Add your thoughts and get the conversation going.

Top 458 Internet News Today

#1
Georgia thumps Alabama 28-7 for back-to-back SEC Championships
#1 out of 4581.1M est. views0.00%
sports7h ago

Georgia thumps Alabama 28-7 for back-to-back SEC Championships

https://www.on3.com/teams/georgia-bulldogs/news/georgia-thumps-alabama-28-7-for-back-to-back-sec-championships/https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2025/12/did-alabama-blow-college-football-playoff-chance-with-georgia-loss.htmlhttps://www.si.com/college-football/college-football-world-flummoxed-alabama-cfp-case-loss-georgia
On3.com and 10 more
  • Georgia defeats Alabama 28-7 to win the SEC championship, boosting its case for a high CFP seed.
  • Gunner Stockton threw three touchdown passes as Georgia took the SEC title and strengthened its playoff path.
  • Georgia's defense limited Alabama to a single scoring drive, preserving a 28-7 margin in the SEC title game.
Vote 48
0
#2
7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes in remote area near Alaska-Canada border
#2 out of 458216.3K est. views8.05%
world9h ago

7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes in remote area near Alaska-Canada border

https://nypost.com/2025/12/06/us-news/7-0-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-in-remote-area-near-alaska-canada-border/https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/06/magnitude-7-earthquake-alaska-canadahttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/12/06/us/quake-tracker-alaska.html
Nypost.com and 3 more
  • The epicenter was about 56 miles from Yakutat, Alaska, underscoring proximity to population centers despite remote terrain.
  • There was no tsunami warning and officials said there were no immediate reports of damage or injury, reflecting the rugged, low-population setting.
  • The US Geological Survey placed the epicenter roughly 230 miles northwest of Juneau and 155 miles west of Whitehorse, highlighting a sparsely populated, wide-reaching zone.
Vote 36
0
#3
Matthew Lillard Says ‘It F—ing Sucks’ Quentin Tarantino Said He ‘Didn’t Like Me as an Actor’: ‘It Hurts Your Feelings’
#3 out of 458780.3K est. views8.16%
entertainment10h ago

Matthew Lillard Says ‘It F—ing Sucks’ Quentin Tarantino Said He ‘Didn’t Like Me as an Actor’: ‘It Hurts Your Feelings’

https://variety.com/2025/film/news/matthew-lillard-quentin-tarantino-didnt-like-acting-hurts-1236602280/https://www.buzzfeed.com/larryfitzmaurice/matthew-lillard-responds-to-tarantino-acting-criticismhttps://www.ign.com/articles/he-wouldnt-say-that-to-tom-cruise-scream-and-five-nights-at-freddys-star-matthew-lillard-reacts-to-quentin-tarantino-insult
Variety.com and 5 more
  • Lillard says Tarantino’s critique hurts but stresses the moment is humbling, not career-ending, revealing two very different Hollywood and fan-room realities.
  • He notes two microcosms at play—popularity in his GalaxyCon audience vs. Hollywood’s reception—underlining a broader gap in how talent is judged.
  • The actor’s defense points to double standards, arguing that Tarantino’s critique would not apply to top-tier stars like Tom Cruise.
Vote 31
0
#4
Indiana beats Ohio State: How Big Ten Championship result impacts College Football Playoff
#4 out of 458524.2K est. views32.21%
sports2h ago

Indiana beats Ohio State: How Big Ten Championship result impacts College Football Playoff

https://www.on3.com/news/indiana-beats-ohio-state-how-big-ten-championship-result-impacts-college-football-playoff/https://www.si.com/college/indiana/football/social-media-reacts-to-indiana-s-magical-win-over-ohio-state-to-win-big-tenhttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25318232-will-mendoza-indiana-win-cfp-bracket-fans-weigh-after-big-ten-title-win-vs-osu
On3.com and 10 more
  • Indiana's 13-10 win over No. 1 Ohio State clinches the Big Ten title in Lucas Oil Stadium, likely earning the top CFP seed.
  • Indiana outgained Ohio State 340-322, leaning on Mendoza’s 222 passing yards to balance a productive ground attack.
  • Mendoza’s late third-down connection to Becker seals the win and showcases Indiana’s late-game poise.
Vote 33
0
#5
US Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging birthright citizenship
#5 out of 45810.9M est. views0.00%
politics1d ago

US Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging birthright citizenship

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c208j0wrzrvohttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c208j0wrzrvohttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/supreme-court-trump-birthright-citizenship/
Bbc.com and 12 more
  • The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trumps order on birthright citizenship, ruling on who is American by birth.
  • Lower courts have blocked the order, creating a legal contest over its nationwide implications that the Supreme Court now aims to resolve.
  • The core dispute centers on the Citizenship Clauses phrase 'subject to the jurisdiction thereof,' with arguments weighing broad automatic citizenship against conditions of consent and national membership.
Vote 50
0
#6
Mayor-elect Helena Moreno demanding Border Patrol agents change tactics in New Orleans sweeps
#6 out of 4581.3M est. views0.00%
crime1d ago

Mayor-elect Helena Moreno demanding Border Patrol agents change tactics in New Orleans sweeps

https://www.nola.com/news/helena-moreno-catahoula-crunch/article_7d0fd9c1-82cd-4b5d-97e5-f53aa536b465.htmlhttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-setbacks-oscars-race-begins_n_692eb669e4b02d38edefc8fb/liveblog_6932703de4b06a47b6d37cefhttps://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-12-05/new-orleans-leaders-decry-immigration-crackdown-pointing-to-video-of-agents-chasing-u-s-citizen
Nola.com and 4 more
  • New Orleans leaders call for regular public briefings by federal agencies, including data on stops, detentions, charges, and outcomes.
  • Officials demand agents identify themselves, show probable cause, provide legal aid, and ensure medical care for those affected by federal immigration actions.
  • City leaders warn the operation harms New Orleans economically and socially, with businesses closing and workers afraid to report to work.
Vote 49
0
#7
White House taunts Sabrina Carpenter with another brutal ICE video
#7 out of 45830.1M est. views0.00%
politics1d ago

White House taunts Sabrina Carpenter with another brutal ICE video

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-world-cup-draw-news-today-live-updates-b2879027.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/12/05/white-house-deletes-video-using-sabrina-carpenter-song-after-she-called-it-evil-and-disgusting/https://consequence.net/2025/12/white-house-deletes-sabrina-carpenter-post/
Independent.co.uk and 14 more
  • The White House deleted an ICE video that used Sabrina Carpenter's song after the pop star condemned it, signaling political messaging tensions.
  • Carpenter denounced the usage, calling the video evil and disgusting and urging officials not to involve her work.
  • A second White House video reused Carpenter imagery with a new framing, continuing ICE-focused messaging despite her objection.
Vote 50
0
#8
Frank Gehry: Legendary US architect dies aged 96
#8 out of 4581.9M est. views0.00%
entertainment1d ago

Frank Gehry: Legendary US architect dies aged 96

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5y2p22z9gnohttps://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2025-12-05/frank-gehry-architect-dead-disney-hallhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y2p22z9gno
Bbc.co.uk and 18 more
  • Gehry's death at 96 sparks a global look back at his career, highlighting how his buildings reshaped cities and culture.
  • Guggenheim Bilbao's 1997 breakthrough translated sculptural complexity into buildable form and revived a city.
  • Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles stands as a leading example of acoustically ambitious design with a sweeping stainless exterior.
Vote 48
0
#9
Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios Break Up After 2 Years of Dating
#9 out of 458259.6K est. views14.94%
celebrities9h ago

Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios Break Up After 2 Years of Dating

https://www.eonline.com/news/1425915/alix-earle-nfls-braxton-berrios-break-up-after-dwtshttps://www.tmz.com/2025/12/06/alix-earle-braxton-berrios-split/https://people.com/alix-earle-braxton-berrios-break-up-after-2-years-of-dating-11802418
Eonline.com and 6 more
  • The split was mutual, according to our source, as Earle and Berrios ended their two-year relationship amid public scrutiny.
  • Earle kept a high public profile after the breakup, attending major events like Art Basel and focusing on her career and style.
  • Berrios publicly supported Earle during her DWTS run, including sending a farewell video that aired during the finale.
Vote 19
0
#10
Arizona congresswoman says she was pepper sprayed by ICE at a taco joint
#10 out of 45811.6M est. views0.00%
politics1d ago

Arizona congresswoman says she was pepper sprayed by ICE at a taco joint

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/adelita-grijalva-pepper-sprayed-ice-arizona-b2879149.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2025/12/06/us-news/rep-adelita-gijalva-claims-she-was-pepper-sprayed-during-arizona-ice-raid/https://www.ms.now/news/grijalva-ice-pepper-spray-tucson
Independent.co.uk and 8 more
  • Grijalva says she was pushed aside and pepper-sprayed by masked agents when she asked for information as a sitting Congress member during the Tucson ICE raid.
  • The Tucson operation involved about 40 ICE agents during the raid at the Taco Giro location Grijalva visits weekly, per her estimate.
  • DHS officials argued Grijalva was not directly sprayed, saying she was near someone who was pepper-sprayed while obstructing and assaulting law enforcement.
Vote 48
0

Explore Your Interests

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Explore Your Interests

Create an account and enjoy content that interests you with your personalized feed

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Advertisement

Advertisement