Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions

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Brics members agree they need a new global order but it's harder to answer what should replace it and how to get there.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:23:42 UTC.

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  1. Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions

  2. The Iran war reveals the limits of BRICS

  3. China outlines AI, smart manufacturing vision for BRICS

  4. Brics diplomacy: Iran president says Tehran, UAE want to 'turn the page' on war

  5. World leaders gather in New Delhi for final day of BRICS summit

  6. Putin seeks BRICS grain trade, insurance to fight curbs

  7. Xi says China will take lead to foster AI, tech cooperation among BRICS countries

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