BRICS summit leaders urge maximum restraint in Middle East
By The BriefBrief
Leaders at the BRICS 2026 summit issued a joint declaration expressing deep concern about escalation of tensions in the Middle East. China’s President Xi Jinping said the Iran war is not in the bloc’s interest and called for maximum restraint.
WHO:BRICS summit leaders; President Xi Jinping
WHAT:BRICS leaders issued a joint declaration urging maximum restraint over escalation of tensions in the Middle East, with Xi saying the Iran war is not in the bloc’s interest.
WHEN:Reported Sep 12, 2026 at 8:18 AM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The declaration was prompted by deep concern over escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
