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Despite calls for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, the Middle Eastern nations have, in recent days, exchanged a volley of missile strikes, adding pressure to a very volatile geopolitical situation. Will America enter the fray, and can South Africa play peacemaker? News24 international correspondent Phillip de Wet provides his insights. Later in the show, we’ll tell you which of the GNU’s ministers are the most frequent flyers and biggest international tax spenders. And was there a lion on the loose in a South African supermarket? According to the News24 disinformation desk, the viral video is AI-generated and 100% fake. You can now send a short voice note of 15 to 20 seconds with your questions or thoughts on this episode to our official The Lead WhatsApp line, that’s: +27 72 562 3179. Mail your comments to thelead@24.com. Editions drop Monday through Thursday at 19:00 on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.
Chapters
  • 00:01 Graeme's intro
  • 01:41 Crossing to Phillip de Wet in the UK
  • 21:42 Trending topic: Big GNU travel spenders
  • 23:30 AD: Audiobook of the month
  • 24:25 And finally: Fake AI Lion video
  • 25:51 Your comments & voice notes
18 Jun 2025 English South Africa News · Society & Culture

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