Trump-Ramaphosa White House Meeting: Tense Exchange Over 'Genocide' Claims

President Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa clashed at a White House meeting on May 21, 2025, over Trump's allegations of "genocide" against white South African farmers. Trump, dimming the lights, played videos to support his claims. Ramaphosa firmly rejected these allegations, stating that the videos did not reflect the official policies of South Africa. Members of the South African delegation further clarified that the individuals featured in the videos were affiliated with marginal political groups and opposition parties. The incident underscores the complexities and sensitivities surrounding the issue of land reform in South Africa and the potential for international misinterpretations.