South Africa rejected a European plan to freeze Russian assets for Ukraine reconstruction, maintaining its neutral stance by refusing unilateral sanctions outside UN Security Council frameworks, thereby protecting Russian wealth domestically while advocating diplomatic solutions.
Ghana begins evacuating its citizens from South Africa amid violence.
South Africa hosted a SADC Foreign Ministers retreat in May 2026 to counter U.S. aggression, after Washington barred Finance Minister Godongwana from G20 summit participation, breaching multilateral rules and threatening regional stability and trade relations.
Trump administration disruptions pushed 60 million into poverty, prompting BRICS to deepen trade cooperation. Intra-BRICS merchandise exports reached 1.17 trillion dollars in 2024, growing thirteen-fold since 2003, though policy constraints limit fuller integration amid global economic realignment.
BRICS talks concluded with differing views on the Middle East conflict.
BRICS foreign ministers ended a New Delhi meeting Friday without consensus on the Iran conflict, with Iran and UAE exposing deep divisions within the expanded bloc over the 77-day US-Israel war against Iran.
BRICS foreign ministers failed to reach consensus on the Iran-US-Israel conflict for the second consecutive meeting, with member states holding differing views, revealing deep divisions within the expanded bloc including both Iran and the UAE.
Prime Minister Modi hosted BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi for a two-day conclave addressing West Asia crisis impacts, energy disruptions, and US trade policies, with the expanded eleven-nation bloc representing nearly half global population.
Ronald Lamola criticizes disregard for African peace initiatives amid EU policy shift on Ethiopia.
Prime Minister Modi met BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi to discuss global economic concerns from the West Asia crisis, energy disruptions, and trade policies, emphasizing India's preference for diplomatic conflict resolution ahead of September's annual summit.
Modi and Lavrov discussed regional and global issues, including Ukraine and West Asia, in New Delhi on Thursday.
Iran and UAE feud at Brics meet over West Asia conflict, casting doubt on a joint statement.
PM Modi meets BRICS Foreign Ministers
India's Foreign Minister Jaishankar criticized sanctions-based foreign policy at the BRICS 2026 conclave, warning that West Asia tensions threaten global trade, energy security, and maritime movement while calling for diplomacy over coercion.
BRICS role in global governance "more critical than ever," says South Africa Minister Ronald Lamola
PM Modi hosts BRICS foreign ministers in Delhi
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar criticized US-style unilateral sanctions at a BRICS foreign ministers' meeting, warning they disproportionately harm developing nations and cannot replace diplomacy while urging international engagement on West Asia tensions.
Tunisia and South Africa strengthened economic ties by expanding trade and technology partnerships, aiming to boost bilateral commerce and technological advancement across both nations' industries and sectors.
Ethiopia's Foreign Ministry outlined deepened diplomatic engagements with the U.S., U.N., BRICS, and key partners, including a bilateral framework agreement with Washington covering economic, defense, and security cooperation, while marking 80 years of UN partnership and strengthening citizen protection initiatives.
Faizel Moosa, a South African humanitarian ambassador, is detained by Israeli authorities while delivering aid to Gaza.
BRICS 2026 Summit: Navigating Challenges in a Divided International Order
South Africa's minister stated the US lacks authority to determine South Africa's G20 membership status, asserting national sovereignty over international participation decisions amid apparent diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
South African anti-migrant protests sparked continental backlash, with Nigeria and Ghana demanding African Union intervention and threatening retaliation against South African companies, threatening regional trade and continental solidarity amid rising nationalist tensions.
India's External Affairs Minister warned BRICS nations of severe energy supply disruptions from the West Asia crisis, urging member countries to develop practical solutions to navigate geopolitical instability and unilateral sanctions while prioritizing dialogue and maritime security.
South African Minister Ronald Lamola affirmed at India's BRICS foreign ministers meeting that the US cannot exclude South Africa from the G20 Summit as a founding member, while emphasizing maintaining multilayered US engagement despite Trump administration unpredictability and Middle East tensions.
Chinese Ambassador Fu Xeihong pledged China's support for India's BRICS presidency, while PM Modi met foreign ministers and EAM Jaishankar emphasized the bloc's stabilizing role amid global conflicts and crises.
Modi and Lavrov discussed regional and global issues, including Ukraine and West Asia, in New Delhi on Thursday.
India flags West Asia crisis at BRICS meet, urging nations to counter sanctions and geopolitical disruptions.
South Africa Minister Ronald Lamola says BRICS' role in global governance is more critical than ever.
Prime Minister Modi hosted foreign ministers from BRICS nations in New Delhi for a two-day conclave, addressing West Asia crisis impacts and emphasizing dialogue, sovereignty, and maritime security while India chairs the influential bloc representing 49.5 percent of global population.
PM Modi Meets BRICS Foreign Ministers
India flags serious concerns over West Asia crisis at BRICS meet.
BRICS confronts Iran war fallout as oil risks raise fresh global economic concerns
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed the BRICS Summit in Delhi, calling the United States a "wounded animal" and urging member states to condemn alleged US and Israeli violations of international law, while emphasizing that resistance to American bullying remains a shared struggle among developing nations.
Mexican Chancellor Roberto Velasco received his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola to welcome the delegation.
Minister Ronald Lamola addresses the Bi-National Commission in Gaborone, Botswana, on May 20, 2026.
India hosted BRICS foreign ministers May 14-15, 2026, addressing a severe energy crisis as Iran's 76-day blockade of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted 20 percent of global oil shipments, threatening economic resilience across emerging nations.
BRICS nations face challenges amid a divided international order as they prepare for the 2026 summit.
Xenophobic attacks in South Africa target African migrants, sparking outrage and diplomatic measures.
Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar hosted BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi, welcoming leaders from Russia, Iran, Indonesia, South Africa, and Ethiopia to discuss economic cooperation, multilateral engagement, and international security during India's 2026 BRICS chairship.
India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar told BRICS foreign ministers that safe maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea is vital for global economic health, diplomatically balancing Iran-UAE tensions amid regional conflicts.
South African Minister Ronald Lamola asserted at India's BRICS meeting that the US cannot exclude South Africa from December's G20 Summit, as it is a founding member, while acknowledging strained relations with the Trump administration.
India's External Affairs Minister warned BRICS nations of West Asia crisis threats to energy supplies and maritime stability, urging practical solutions to geopolitical tensions and unilateral sanctions while advocating dialogue and international law enforcement.
BRICS nations gather to discuss Iran conflict and global economic concerns amid rising oil risks.
EAM Jaishankar welcomes Russian FM Sergey Lavrov at BRICS meeting in New Delhi.
PM Modi Meets BRICS Foreign Ministers
PM Modi hosts BRICS foreign ministers in Delhi
'Peace cannot be piecemeal': India pushes for diplomacy amid global conflicts, urges stronger BRICS cooperation
India's External Affairs Minister called on BRICS nations to collectively address global conflicts, economic instability, and trade disruptions, emphasizing that sustainable peace requires dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and coordinated international efforts rather than selective regional solutions.
PM Modi hosts BRICS leaders in Delhi