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Xi skips Brics dinner as summit struggles to agree on Ukraine and Middle East conflicts

Analysts say muted language reflects deep divisions within expanding bloc with India pursuing behind-the-scenes diplomacy

The Independent UK

Oman postpones regional talks on Strait of Hormuz

Oman postponed a meeting on the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions. An Iranian ship was struck near the waterway, killing one person. Houthi rebels launched drones and missiles toward southern Saudi Arabia. An Israeli strike in Gaza killed two individuals, according to reports. Protests erupted in Syria over increased…

The Economic Times

Iranian cargo vessel struck near Qeshm Island as Oman delays Tehran-Gulf talks

An Iranian cargo vessel was struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, killing one person and wounding four, Iranian state media said. Tehran blamed a “terrorist enemy” for the attack, which came as threats to shipping intensified around the Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb straits.

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Iranian cargo ship is struck, and talks between Tehran and its neighbors are postponed

An Iranian cargo vessel was struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one and injuring four, Iranian state media reported. The attack came as Tehran postponed a meeting with Gulf states on managing shipping through the strategic waterway, amid heightened regional tensions and continued attacks on vessels.

The Economic Times

'I don't care': Trump on Gulf-Iran talks at Brics Summit

US president Donald Trump on Sunday said he had no objection to Gulf countries holding talks with Iran, saying such meetings were “up to them” and “fine”. His comments came as UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines…

The Times of India

Brics diplomacy: Iran president says Tehran, UAE want to 'turn the page' on war

NEW DELHI: A day after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the Brics Summit in New Delhi, Tehran signalled a push to move past the conflict and strengthen ties with its Gulf neighbour.

The Times of India

UAE and Iran leaders meet at the BRICS summit for the first time since the war

The talks follow the UAE’s suspension of trade and financial dealings with Iran in August and follow UAE's firm position that trust with Iran "is a mountain to climb" after Iran's attacks on the Gulf countries.

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Iranian President Pezeshkian says unilateral sanctions directly impacting global food security, people's welfare

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged BRICS nations to expand trade using national currencies. He advocated for an inclusive global economic framework, criticizing unilateral sanctions. Pezeshkian highlighted the need for economic resilience and security for member states. He also called for BRICS to play a greater role in global order. The…

The Economic Times

BRICS formed to end US sanctions, break totalitarianism: Iranian President Pezeshkian

In an exclusive interview with India Today on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Pezeshkian emphasised that BRICS aims to break the "totalitarianism" of the United States, positioning the bloc as a direct challenge to Washington's ability to impose economic restrictions on nations at its own…

The Economic Times

Iran and UAE back joint BRICS statement urging restraint in war

Iran and the United Arab Emirates joined a BRICS statement urging Middle East restraint. This move signals diplomatic progress between the two nations after recent conflict escalations. Leaders met on the summit's first day to discuss regional stability and development efforts. The BRICS bloc aims to challenge the existing world…

The Economic Times

New Delhi plays peacemaker: Iranian President Pezeshkian meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on sidelines of BRICS Summit

India hosted the BRICS Summit, bringing together Iranian President Pezeshkian and UAE's Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. President Pezeshkian urged BRICS to counter unilateral sanctions and advocate for justice globally. The BRICS bloc adopted a declaration expressing concern over West Asia tensions and urging restraint. They called…

The Economic Times

BRICS leaders push faster, cheaper cross-border payments, deeper use of local currencies

BRICS leaders are calling for faster and cheaper cross-border payments among member nations. They also support greater interoperability between national payment and messaging systems. The group encourages the BRICS Payment Task Force to continue its work on these initiatives. Iranian President Pezeshkian advocated for reduced dependence on dominant currencies. Measures…

The Economic Times

Conflicts be resolved through dialogue, diplomacy: President Murmu in meeting with Iran's Pezeshkian

President Murmu met Iranian President Pezeshkian during his visit to India. She reiterated India's commitment to regional peace and diplomacy. The leaders discussed long-standing friendship and cultural ties between the nations. This meeting occurred amid escalating West Asian tensions and sanctions. President Pezeshkian is attending the BRICS Summit in India.

The Economic Times

Brics leaders gather in New Delhi as bloc seeks greater global influence

Leaders of the Brics nations are gathering in New Delhi on Saturday for talks aimed at strengthening trade and investment ties and giving emerging economies a greater voice on the world stage, as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East test the expanding bloc’s unity.

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De-dollarisation: BRICS takes a measured route, focuses on payments and not on common currency

There is no mention of a common BRICS currency or a formal call for replacement of the US dollar. Instead, the document sticks to the more incremental, technocratic language the bloc has used since Rio and Kazan: interoperable payment systems, local-currency settlement, and voluntary cooperation among members who "respect national…

France 24

BRICS leaders call for 'maximum restraint' as Middle East war threatens unity

BRICS leaders meeting in New Delhi on Saturday unanimously adopted a joint declaration expressing "deep concern" over the war in the Middle East and urging maximum restraint. The statement was seen as indirect criticism of US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

The Independent UK

BRICS leaders meet in India as wars and US tensions test the bloc

Leaders of the BRICS nations are meeting in New Delhi for a summit focused on trade, investment and global conflicts

The Economic Times

BRICS hand-in-hand: PM Modi, Putin, Pezeshkian, other leaders walk side by side, showcasing bloc unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and other BRICS leaders at the Business Forum in New Delhi, where the leaders projected unity and called for deeper economic cooperation. Modi highlighted BRICS’ growing global economic weight, while Putin and Pezeshkian stressed stronger business ties…

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BRICS' trade puzzle: Modi, Putin and Pezeshkian pitch three different fixes

The BRICS Business Forum saw leaders discuss expanding intra-bloc trade and economic resilience. Prime Minister Modi focused on removing trade barriers and India's stability. President Putin addressed countering Western economic pressure and sanctions. President Pezeshkian linked economic security to conflict and rebuilding Iran's economy. New trade data reveals a complex…

The Economic Times

PM Modi, Iran's Pezeshkian hold first New Delhi talks since West Asia war; vow to expand bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in New Delhi on Friday, reviewing the escalating West Asia conflict and India-Iran ties. The meeting, their second in less than two weeks, came amid fresh US measures against Iran, disruptions to oil supplies and concerns over navigation and…

The Economic Times

BRICS 2026: US-Israel's war has pushed Iran’s economy into a ‘far more dangerous phase’, says President Masoud Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told the BRICS Business Forum that the US-Israel military action against Iran had shown economic security could not be separated from national and regional security. At his first major international stage since the February war began, he urged BRICS to strengthen economic resilience through diversified trade,…

The Independent UK

Putin arrives in Delhi for Brics summit overshadowed by Ukraine and Iran wars

This is Putin’s first in-person appearance at a Brics summit outside Russia since his full-scale war on Ukraine in 2022

Radio France Internationale

Putin in India for Brics summit overshadowed by war

Russian President Vladimir Putin was in India on Friday for talks ahead of an 11-member Brics summit dominated by conflict and economic challenges, with the leaders of China and Iran set to attend.

France 24

Putin arrives in India for BRICS summit set to be dominated by Middle East, Ukraine wars

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday for a two-day BRICS summit expected to focus on wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and economic challenges. Putin and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian are due to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while China’s Xi Jinping is also expected…

The Economic Times

India hosts BRICS summit as Iran war tests bloc unity

India hosts the BRICS Leaders' Summit this weekend seeking to boost its global profile. The summit faces challenges due to the Iran-UAE conflict, which has divided members. Leaders will attempt to find common ground on the Middle East crisis for a joint declaration. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President…

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