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title: "Standoff"
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published: "2026-04-07T22:53:17"
updated: "2026-04-07T23:04:13"
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# Standoff

By Zapiro · Published 8 April 2026, 00:53 SAST · Updated 8 April 2026, 01:04 SAST

[View the cartoon on Daily Maverick](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/cartoon/2026-04-07-standoff-1/)

## Content

![Zapiro](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/attachments/2990/260407dm_340690.jpg)