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title: "Strained relations"
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# Strained relations

By Zapiro · Published 25 June 2026, 16:28 SAST

[View the cartoon on Daily Maverick](https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/cartoon/2026-06-25-strained-relations/)

## Content

![Strained relations](https://cdn.dailymaverick.co.za/attachments/2994/260625dm_312403.jpg)