The BRICS in a statement has condemned the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran on Sunday night.
“We condemn the military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran since 13 June 2025, which constitute a violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and express grave concern over the subsequent escalation of the security situation in the Middle East,” the statement reads.
“We further express serious concern over deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure and peaceful nuclear facilities under full safeguards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.), in violation of international law and relevant resolutions of the I.A.E.A.,” it added.
“Nuclear safeguards, safety, and security must always be upheld, including in armed conflicts, to protect people and the environment from harm,” it noted.
According to IRNA, “In this context, we reiterate our support for diplomatic initiatives aimed at addressing regional challenges. We call upon the United Nations Security Council to be seized of this matter,” BRICS leaders stressed.
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday, to participate in a summit of BRICS group.
The theme of the summit, “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance,” should be promoted through comprehensive collaboration among BRICS member states, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei earlier wrote on his X account.
The 17th annual BRICS summit is held on July 6-7. BRICS is a group made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Iran. The bloc serves as a political and diplomatic coordination forum for countries from the Global South and for coordination in the most diverse areas.
