Arabic version: اجتماع بريكس يفشل في التوصل إلى توافق بشأن الصراع الإيراني

A two-day meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi concluded without a unified stance on the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The outcome document acknowledged the presence of “differing views” among member nations, marking the second consecutive BRICS gathering in India that failed to achieve consensus on the issue.

The meeting, which took place at Bharat Mandapam, was chaired by Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. It was the first significant ministerial engagement under India’s BRICS presidency for 2026. The discussions unfolded against the backdrop of the US-Israel war on Iran, now in its 77th day, which began with military strikes on Iranian sites on February 28.

According to Al Jazeera, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged BRICS members to condemn what he described as violations of international law by the US and Israel. He emphasized the need for concrete actions to halt aggression and restore a just global order. However, the UAE’s representative called for condemnation of Iranian actions, highlighting the deep divisions within the bloc.

The lack of consensus was evident as member states voiced contrasting positions. While Iran sought recognition of US and Israeli aggression, the UAE pushed for condemnation of Iranian strikes against Gulf states. The outcome document ultimately reiterated the need for dialogue and respect for sovereignty without assigning blame to any specific party.

This impasse reflects ongoing tensions within BRICS, particularly as both Iran and the UAE are now full members despite their opposing views on the conflict. The absence of a joint statement during this and previous meetings raises questions about the bloc’s ability to address complex geopolitical issues effectively.