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BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East, condemn unilateral sanctions at New Delhi summit
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At a summit in New Delhi, BRICS leaders expressed concern over the situation in the Middle East and condemned unilateral sanctions. The group, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, issued a joint statement urging restraint in the region and calling for the smooth flow of global trade. Notably, Iran and the United Arab Emirates backed the statement, highlighting the bloc's diverse membership. The summit also served as a platform for leaders opposed to former U.S. President Donald Trump to find common ground, as reported by Bloomberg. The New York Times noted that as oil prices rise, BRICS leaders have a diplomatic advantage over the U.S. by having Iran at the table. The PBS article serves as the primary source for this summary, with additional context from Reuters, Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, and The New York Times.
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PBS — BRICS leaders have expressed concern over the situation in the Middle East and condemned unilateral sanctions during a summit held in India.
Reuters — Iran and the UAE have backed a joint BRICS statement urging restraint in ongoing conflicts in the region.
Bloomberg.com — Trump’s political opponents found common ground at Prime Minister Modi’s New Delhi summit, highlighting shifting geopolitical alignments.
Al Jazeera — BRICS nations have called for “restraint” in the Middle East and urged the smooth flow of global trade, emphasizing the need for stability in international markets.
The New York Times — As oil prices rise, BRICS leaders have what the United States lacks: Iran at the negotiating table, giving the bloc unique leverage over energy markets and regional diplomacy.
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BRICS summit opens in New Delhi as Iran war tests bloc unity and oil prices surge