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Trump Appoints Bozell as Ambassador to South Africa Amid Tensions

2/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Leo Brent Bozell III as ambassador to South Africa.
Bozell aims to improve strained U.S.-South Africa relations.
The relations have worsened under Trump due to persecution accusations.
Bozell plans to address the genocide case against Israel and promote a refugee program for white South Africans.
Bozell's objectives may raise tensions with Pretoria, which supports Palestinian rights and denies persecution claims against its white minority.

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U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Leo Brent Bozell III as ambassador to South Africa.
Bozell aims to improve strained U.S.-South Africa relations.
The relations have worsened under Trump due to persecution accusations.
Bozell plans to address the genocide case against Israel and promote a refugee program for white South Africans.
Bozell's objectives may raise tensions with Pretoria, which supports Palestinian rights and denies persecution claims against its white minority.