Russia in Global Affairs

The strikes launched by Israel and the United States against Iran, coupled with the Iranian retaliation against the Gulf states, have had a profound impact on BRICS. Certain analysts have rightly identified the emergence of a BRICS crisis. Specifically, this is driven by the exchange of hostilities between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE); more broadly, it stems from the group's inability to resolve this friction. Within this context, India's presidency of BRICS plays a pivotal role in attempting to normalise relations within the bloc. The critical question remains: is India prepared to rise to this challenge?