Rio de janeiro: Leaders of the BRICS nations on Sunday called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Gaza Strip to end the war, now in its 22nd month. In a joint declaration issued during their summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the BRICS states urged all parties to "engage in good-faith negotiations to achieve an immediate, durable, and unconditional ceasefire and a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip."
According to Jordan News Agency, the summit highlighted the urgency for a resolution to the ongoing conflict, emphasizing the need for all involved parties to participate in constructive dialogues. The BRICS nations, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, have expressed a unified stance on the necessity of halting hostilities and ensuring peace in the region.
The declaration reflects the collective commitment of the BRICS countries to promote stability and peace in the Middle East. The leaders reiterated their call for a peaceful resolution, advocating for diplomatic efforts to restore calm and security in the Gaza Strip. The call for Israeli withdrawal underscores the group's position on achieving a comprehensive settlement to the conflict.