The US ambassador to South Africa has apologized for his remarks accusing South Africa of sending arms to Russia. The South African government reacted by declaring that this accusation was incoherent. An investigation team has been set up to look into the matter. A meeting was held between the South African president, the US ambassador and other interested parties. It is surprising that the ambassador chose to make this public statement without using the appropriate diplomatic channels. As a result, South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor has called on the American ambassador to tell her what she thinks. Finally, the American ambassador to South Africa Ruben Brigety apologized for the Russian ship’s fiasco. Another meeting was agreed to discuss international relations.<\/p>\n