In 2024, Mr Patel’s private communications were reportedly breached.
The United Arab Emirates confirmed six people were killed after Iran fired multiple ballistic missiles at the country.
The UN Security Council adopted a resolution on Wednesday condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council states, as well as Jordan.
Media reports noted that President Raisi’s funeral is scheduled to take place on Tuesday.
South Africa emphasises that all parties must exercise the utmost restraint and avoid any act that would escalate tensions in a particularly fragile region.
Mr Javidan said over 40 businesses and shops were closed for shunning the instructions and abiding by the mandatory hijab rule.
Observers say that the patrol officers, which went around the country in vehicles branded in green and white colours, had not been seen in weeks.
