Iran urges Security Council overhaul, BRICS role in global governance
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged fundamental reforms to the United Nations and international governance structures. Read more >
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged fundamental reforms to the United Nations and international governance structures. Read more >
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🇫🇷 JUST IN: A leaked campaign memo reportedly advised French politician Raphael Glucksmann to focus on wealthy older voters, and largely ignore poorer voters ahead of the 2027 election.
According to Politico,
the internal document suggested prioritizing affluent,
pro-European voters over 50,
including retirees and upper-middle-class professionals.
Meanwhile,younger voters,single parents,lower-income citizens, and residents of immigrant-heavy areas were reportedly seen as less valuable politically.
The reason?
Many of those groups are believed to lean toward left-wing rival Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
Glucksmann’s team insists the document was only a “working paper.” But the leak is already fueling criticism that parts of Europe’s political elite are becoming increasingly disconnected from ordinary voters.
The controversy comes as France prepares for a major political transition after Emmanuel Macron,
who cannot run again in 2027.
Source: RT / Politico
According to Politico,
the internal document suggested prioritizing affluent,
pro-European voters over 50,
including retirees and upper-middle-class professionals.
Meanwhile,younger voters,single parents,lower-income citizens, and residents of immigrant-heavy areas were reportedly seen as less valuable politically.
The reason?
Many of those groups are believed to lean toward left-wing rival Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
Glucksmann’s team insists the document was only a “working paper.” But the leak is already fueling criticism that parts of Europe’s political elite are becoming increasingly disconnected from ordinary voters.
The controversy comes as France prepares for a major political transition after Emmanuel Macron,
who cannot run again in 2027.
Source: RT / Politico
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Persian Gulf tensions loom over BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting
Persian Gulf tensions and the US-Israeli war on Iran may dominate BRICS talks in India. Read more >
Persian Gulf tensions and the US-Israeli war on Iran may dominate BRICS talks in India. Read more >
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🚨🇩🇪 JUST IN: Germany’s intelligence agency has reportedly classified some pro-Palestinian symbols — including the watermelon 🍉 and Handala — as signs of “secular extremism.”
A new BfV dossier links certain protest symbols and slogans, including “From the river to the sea,” to extremist activity.
The report also claims pro-Palestinian activism overlaps with anti-Israel and antisemitic narratives.
Critics say Germany is increasingly tightening restrictions on pro-Palestine protests since the Gaza war began.
Supporters argue it is necessary for national security and historical responsibility.
The debate highlights a growing clash in Europe over protest, free speech, and how extremism is defined.
Source: Middle East Eye
A new BfV dossier links certain protest symbols and slogans, including “From the river to the sea,” to extremist activity.
The report also claims pro-Palestinian activism overlaps with anti-Israel and antisemitic narratives.
Critics say Germany is increasingly tightening restrictions on pro-Palestine protests since the Gaza war began.
Supporters argue it is necessary for national security and historical responsibility.
The debate highlights a growing clash in Europe over protest, free speech, and how extremism is defined.
Source: Middle East Eye
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🌐 Modi confirmed visit to Russia this year – Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister told reporters that both sides are making arrangement for high-level talks in Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com
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Russian Foreign Minister told reporters that both sides are making arrangement for high-level talks in Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com
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Modi confirmed visit to Russia this year – Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said PM Narendra Modi has confirmed a Moscow visit this year, with energy, trade, space and nuclear ties discussed.
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🌐 BRICS Foreign Ministers call on Israel to withdraw troops from Lebanon
The ministers recalled the agreement on a ceasefire in Lebanon and called on all parties to strictly adhere to its terms
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The ministers recalled the agreement on a ceasefire in Lebanon and called on all parties to strictly adhere to its terms
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BRICS Foreign Ministers call on Israel to withdraw troops from Lebanon
The ministers recalled the agreement on a ceasefire in Lebanon and called on all parties to strictly adhere to its terms
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🌐 BRICS countries discuss impact of unjustified unilateral measures contradicting WTO norms
The foreign ministers acknowledged that BRICS members represent a broad diversity of societies and civilizations which are affected differently by unjustified unilateral restrictions
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The foreign ministers acknowledged that BRICS members represent a broad diversity of societies and civilizations which are affected differently by unjustified unilateral restrictions
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BRICS countries discuss impact of unjustified unilateral measures contradicting WTO norms
The foreign ministers acknowledged that BRICS members represent a broad diversity of societies and civilizations which are affected differently by unjustified unilateral restrictions
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🇷🇺🇮🇳 BREAKING: India and Russia are preparing for another major summit.
Russian FM Sergey Lavrov says Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed a visit to Moscow later this year.
The meeting could deepen cooperation on:
• Energy
• Trade & transport
• Nuclear power
• Defense manufacturing
• Space cooperation
Lavrov also revealed that Vladimir Putin may visit India for the upcoming BRICS summit.
Despite Western pressure and past US tariff threats, India continues buying Russian oil based on what New Delhi calls its “national interests.”
Moscow and New Delhi are now pushing for stronger independent payment systems and transport corridors to bypass Western pressure.
The Russia–India strategic partnership is entering another phase.
Source: RT
Russian FM Sergey Lavrov says Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed a visit to Moscow later this year.
The meeting could deepen cooperation on:
• Energy
• Trade & transport
• Nuclear power
• Defense manufacturing
• Space cooperation
Lavrov also revealed that Vladimir Putin may visit India for the upcoming BRICS summit.
Despite Western pressure and past US tariff threats, India continues buying Russian oil based on what New Delhi calls its “national interests.”
Moscow and New Delhi are now pushing for stronger independent payment systems and transport corridors to bypass Western pressure.
The Russia–India strategic partnership is entering another phase.
Source: RT
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Bangladesh is moving ahead with the massive $2.8 billion Padma Barrage project because it no longer fully trusts diplomacy alone to secure enough water from India.
The project aims to store monsoon water from the Padma River and release it during dry seasons, when southwest Bangladesh faces severe water shortages, salinity, and river decline.
The article says the move is deeply connected to long-standing tensions over India’s Farakka Barrage and the 1996 Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, which expires in December 2026.
Experts warn the barrage cannot solve everything because Bangladesh still depends on upstream water flow from India. Critics also fear sediment buildup, high costs, and weak feasibility planning could hurt the project.
Overall, the article presents the Padma Barrage as both:
a climate and water-security project,
and a sign of Bangladesh’s declining confidence in future water-sharing negotiations with India.
Source: Asia Times
The project aims to store monsoon water from the Padma River and release it during dry seasons, when southwest Bangladesh faces severe water shortages, salinity, and river decline.
The article says the move is deeply connected to long-standing tensions over India’s Farakka Barrage and the 1996 Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, which expires in December 2026.
Experts warn the barrage cannot solve everything because Bangladesh still depends on upstream water flow from India. Critics also fear sediment buildup, high costs, and weak feasibility planning could hurt the project.
Overall, the article presents the Padma Barrage as both:
a climate and water-security project,
and a sign of Bangladesh’s declining confidence in future water-sharing negotiations with India.
Source: Asia Times
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Putin is set to come to China for a one day summit to meet with Xi (on the 20th of May)
Comes right after Trump - is something brewing?
Comes right after Trump - is something brewing?
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🌐 BRICS foreign ministers reach mutual understanding on almost all agenda items — Indian MFA
According to Sudhakar Dalela, the BRICS foreign ministers expressed firm support for practical cooperation in various areas
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According to Sudhakar Dalela, the BRICS foreign ministers expressed firm support for practical cooperation in various areas
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BRICS foreign ministers reach mutual understanding on almost all agenda items — Indian MFA
According to Sudhakar Dalela, the BRICS foreign ministers expressed firm support for practical cooperation in various areas
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🌐 BRICS foreign ministers reaffirm commitment to reforming global governance
The ministers noted that the current global challenges are complex and interlinked and impede economic growth and sustainable development of countries while accentuating persistent development gaps ac...
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The ministers noted that the current global challenges are complex and interlinked and impede economic growth and sustainable development of countries while accentuating persistent development gaps ac...
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BRICS foreign ministers reaffirm commitment to reforming global governance
The ministers noted that the current global challenges are complex and interlinked and impede economic growth and sustainable development of countries while accentuating persistent development gaps across countries and regions
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🌐 BRICS foreign ministers support expansion of membership in New Development Bank
The diplomats expressed their appreciation to Russia for holding the 11th NDB Annual Meeting in Moscow on the 14-15 May 2026 as the Chair of the Board of Governors of the New Development Bank
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The diplomats expressed their appreciation to Russia for holding the 11th NDB Annual Meeting in Moscow on the 14-15 May 2026 as the Chair of the Board of Governors of the New Development Bank
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BRICS foreign ministers support expansion of membership in New Development Bank
The diplomats expressed their appreciation to Russia for holding the 11th NDB Annual Meeting in Moscow on the 14-15 May 2026 as the Chair of the Board of Governors of the New Development Bank
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The BRICS Policy Center publishes the policy brief “Opportunities and Challenges of BRICS Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence”, authored by Dr. Tianjiao Jiang, vice-director and professor at the BRICS Studies Center of Fudan University, China.
The text analyzes the challenges and opportunities of cooperation in artificial intelligence among the BRICS countries, addressing topics such as digital sovereignty, technological infrastructure, data governance, capacity building, and the...
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The BRICS Policy Center publishes the policy brief “Opportunities and Challenges of BRICS Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence”…
The text analyzes the challenges and opportunities of cooperation in artificial intelligence among the BRICS countries, addressing topics such as digital sovereignty, technological infrastructure, data governance, capacity building, and the...
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BRICS is no longer just symbolism.
South Africa says the “Global South is rising” — and the West can no longer ignore it.
At the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, South African FM Ronald Lamola delivered a direct message:
The era of Western dominance is fading.
According to Lamola, BRICS is already reshaping the global order through real development financing.
South Africa received BRICS-backed loans for:
— logistics infrastructure
— water crisis management
— national development projects
Not promises.
Actual funding.
On Trump-era tariffs and global trade wars, Pretoria sees opportunity instead of crisis:
Diversify.
Trade in local currencies.
Reduce dependence on Western financial systems.
But on a BRICS common currency?
“For now, it’s trade.”
Lamola also backed permanent UN Security Council seats for:
— India
— Brazil
— Two African nations
Calling the current world order “post-colonial and outdated.
Source: NDTV
South Africa says the “Global South is rising” — and the West can no longer ignore it.
At the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, South African FM Ronald Lamola delivered a direct message:
The era of Western dominance is fading.
According to Lamola, BRICS is already reshaping the global order through real development financing.
South Africa received BRICS-backed loans for:
— logistics infrastructure
— water crisis management
— national development projects
Not promises.
Actual funding.
On Trump-era tariffs and global trade wars, Pretoria sees opportunity instead of crisis:
Diversify.
Trade in local currencies.
Reduce dependence on Western financial systems.
But on a BRICS common currency?
“For now, it’s trade.”
Lamola also backed permanent UN Security Council seats for:
— India
— Brazil
— Two African nations
Calling the current world order “post-colonial and outdated.
Source: NDTV
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