Trump Accuses Ramaphosa of 'Genocide' in Tense Oval Office Meeting

Tensions Rise in Oval Office: Trump Accuses Ramaphosa of 'Genocide', South African President Responds. A heated exchange unfolded in the Oval Office between President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on May 21, 2025. Trump, during a meeting, accused Ramaphosa's government of overseeing a 'genocide' against white farmers. To support his claim, Trump presented a pre-recorded video depicting a burial site, alleging it was evidence of this genocide. However, Ramaphosa responded directly, stating, "I'd like to know where that is, Mr. President, because this I've never seen." He further clarified that farmers are compensated when land is expropriated. The incident sparked controversy and highlights the ongoing debate surrounding land reform in South Africa. The exchange underscores the complexities of international relations and the sensitivity of accusations of this nature.