South Africa summons new U.S. ambassador to explain criticism as rift deepens
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South Africa summoned the U.S. ambassador over his criticism of its ties with Iran and affirmative action laws.
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South Africa summoned Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III after he criticized the South African government's diplomatic ties with Iran and its affirmative action laws. Ambassador Bozell made these remarks at a meeting of business leaders on Tuesday. The article does not specify what data or systems were affected, why this company or event matters beyond the summoning, or any documented consequences beyond the summoning itself.
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South Africa's government has summoned the U.S. ambassador to explain his recent criticisms.
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