On Gaza, however, members demand end to 'the cycle of violence' in the Middle East, and call for 'full withdrawal of Israeli forces'. Brics leaders meeting in Rio de Janeiro condemned recent bombing campaigns against Iran in their final summit statement,

BRICS nations condemn U.S. tariffs, military strikes on Iran, and terrorism in a bold Rio Declaration, calling for global trade reforms and zero tolerance on extremist threats.

BRICS leaders are poised to adopt a position at odds with President Donald Trump on trade tariffs, conflict in the Middle East and global arms spending, even as they shy away from any direct challenge to the US.

American hostility under Trump could strengthen a group that has little unity, with his threats rallying members together, and thus play into China’s hands. In some ways, Brics represents a contest for leadership of the developing world.

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump lashed out at the 11 nations of BRICS Sunday, vowing to impose an extra 10 percent tariff on the grouping that includes Br