South Africa Anti-Immigrant Protests: Thousands Flee, Day Passes Peacefully
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On Tuesday, June 30, anti-immigrant protests erupted in major South African cities, with demonstrators targeting undocumented foreigners. Xenophobic groups, which have been gaining strength, pressured thousands of migrants to flee the country in recent weeks. Despite widespread fears of violence, the day passed mostly peacefully, with no major clashes reported. The protests highlight rising tensions over immigration in South Africa, where economic struggles fuel hostility toward foreign nationals. Authorities remain on alert as the situation develops.