# The South African National Defence Force chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, has submitted a report to Defence and Military Veterans minister, Angie Motshekga, about his recent controversial trip to Iran. Maphwanya came under fire for suggesting that South Africa and Iran have common goals. He also criticised Israel for its actions in Gaza. The SANDF clarified the rationale behind Maphwanya’s trip, saying he engaged in bilateral discussions with Iranian military leaders on various topics of mutual concern. It adds that the contents of the discussion are confidential.
SANDF chief has submitted a report on his controversial Iran trip to minister Motshekga