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Malema says Putin is welcome, slams Mbalula and Nhlanhla Lux

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EFF leader Julius Malema held a media briefing on Thursday where he reacted to the arrest warrant issued for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is expected to visit SA in August to attend a Brics summit. Malema also addressed the party's national shutdown held on Monday, which many have called a failure despite the EFF declaring it a success. 
23 Mar 10AM English South Africa News · Business

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