Iran urges BRICS, chaired by India, to promote global security
Iran has called on India, as the chair of BRICS, to ensure the grouping plays a positive role in supporting global stability and security. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi conveyed this during a call with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, following a conversation between PM Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian regarding safe passage for Indian ships through the Hormuz Strait. Iran emphasized the necessity for regional and international bodies to condemn military aggression against Iran. This call comes as BRICS, which includes Iran and UAE as invitees for the upcoming summit, has not yet issued a statement on the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Key Points
- Iran urged BRICS, under India's chairmanship, to contribute to global stability and security.
- The call followed discussions between Indian and Iranian leaders on safe passage through the Hormuz Strait.
- Iran seeks BRICS to condemn military aggression against it.
- BRICS has not yet issued a statement on the West Asia conflict, despite Iran and UAE being invited to the upcoming summit.
Exam Facts
- Iranian Foreign Minister: Abbas Araghchi.
- Indian External Affairs Minister: S. Jaishankar.
- BRICS Chair for the year: India.
- New BRICS invitees (mentioned): Iran, United Arab Emirates.
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