Global South & BRICS stories

May 14, 2026

BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet in New Delhi as Iran Urges Condemnation of US and Israel Amid Middle East War

Foreign ministers from BRICS nations convened for a two-day meeting in New Delhi on Thursday, with Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi calling on member states to condemn alleged violations of international law by the United States and Israel. The meeting occurs against the backdrop of ongoing war in the Middle East.

May 14, 20264 sources

Apr 12, 2026

Pope Leo XIV Condemns 'Delusion of Omnipotence' Fueling US-Israel War on Iran

In his strongest statement yet on the conflict, Pope Leo XIV denounced the 'delusion of omnipotence' driving the US-Israel war on Iran and demanded political leaders negotiate peace, marking a significant escalation in papal criticism.

Apr 12, 20263 sources

Apr 6, 2026

North Korea Distances Itself from Iran War, Signals Openness to US Talks

South Korea's intelligence service reports that North Korea is keeping Iran at arm's length and carefully managing public messaging to preserve the possibility of renewed diplomatic dialogue with the United States after the Iran war.

Apr 6, 20263 sources