India Joins BRICS Statement Expressing 'Grave Concern' Over Military Strikes On Iran

Last Updated:June 26, 2025, 10:01 IST

The BRICS group expressed "grave concern" over military strikes against Iran without naming the US and Israel, as tensions in West Asia escalated dramatically last week.

India joined BRICS in expressing concern over military strikes on Iran. (Image/X)

India has backed BRICS countries in expressing “grave concern" over military strikes against Iran in violation of international law and the UN Charter, while calling for an urgent need to break the cycle of violence and restore peace.

India, Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa and six other countries, including Iran, have called for immediate de-escalation of the situation and urged all parties to engage in dialogue and diplomacy to resolve their differences peacefully.

“We express grave concern over the military strikes against Iran since 13 June 2025, which constitute a violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and the subsequent escalation of the security situation in the Middle East," read the statement.

Israel launched an unprecedented strike on Iran, targeting its military and nuclear assets, while Tehran retaliated with missile attacks. Over 900 people were killed in Iran in the 11-day conflict, while 28 deaths were reported in Israel. The situation further escalated when the US launched massive airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites before a ceasefire was announced.

‘Break Cycle Of Violence’

“In the face of rising tensions with unpredictable consequences for international peace and security, as well as for the world economy, we underscore the urgent need to break the cycle of violence and restore peace. We call on all parties to engage through existing channels of dialogue and diplomacy, with a view to de-escalating the situation and resolving their differences through peaceful means," the BRICS statement read.

“Nuclear safeguards, safety, and security must always be upheld, including in armed conflicts, to protect people and the environment from harm. In this context, we reiterate our support for diplomatic initiatives aimed at addressing regional challenges."

The BRICS countries also expressed “serious concern" over any attack on “peaceful nuclear installations" and urged the need to protect civilian lives. “We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the victims and express our solidarity with civilians affected," it added.

The BRICS countries have also called for the “establishment of a zone free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East, in line with relevant international resolutions."

(with agency inputs)

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