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Lesotho Protests Trump's Remarks Amidst HIV Aid Cuts

3/8/2025

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Lesotho's foreign minister, Lejone Mpotjoane, was taken aback by President Trump's derisive comments about the nation during a congressional address, calling it a place "nobody has ever heard of." In response, the government intends to lodge a formal protest. Meanwhile, local LGBTQ rights groups clarified they do not receive US funding, as Lesotho grapples with severe HIV challenges amidst looming aid cuts.

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Lesotho's foreign minister, Lejone Mpotjoane, was taken aback by President Trump's derisive comments about the nation during a congressional address, calling it a place "nobody has ever heard of." In response, the government intends to lodge a formal protest. Meanwhile, local LGBTQ rights groups clarified they do not receive US funding, as Lesotho grapples with severe HIV challenges amidst looming aid cuts.