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Jaishankar, Araghchi Discuss West Asia Crisis at BRICS Meet

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi. The discussion centered around the situation in West Asia and its global implications, with both sides exchanging views on bilateral issues of mutual interest. Jaishankar appreciated Araghchi's participation in BRICS, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met with the Iranian FM earlier. At the meeting, Araghchi called on BRICS nations to unite against American bullying, urging collective resistance.

Key Points: Jaishankar Meets Iran FM on West Asia at BRICS

  • Jaishankar held bilateral meet with Iran FM Araghchi at BRICS
  • Discussion focused on West Asia situation and global implications
  • Exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest
  • PM Modi also met Araghchi earlier
  • Araghchi called for unity against US bullying
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"Discussed situation in W Asia": EAM Jaishankar on bilateral meet with Araghchi on sidelines of BRICS

EAM Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with Iran's FM Araghchi at BRICS in Delhi, discussing the West Asia situation, global implications, and bilateral ties.

"Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, May 15

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday morning held a bilateral meeting with Iran Foreign Minister on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, with the discussion centring around the situation in West Asia and its global implications.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said that he had a "detailed conversation" with the Iranian Foreign Minister. He said, "Had a detailed conversation with FM Abbas Araghchi of Iran this morning in Delhi."

He added that the counterparts discussed the situation in West Asia and its "implications". Jaishankar said there was also an exchange of views on bilateral issues of "mutual interest.

He said, "Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest."

He also appreciated Araghichi's participation in BRICS. He added, "Appreciate his participation in BRICS India 2026."

Earlier on Thursday, in a significant push to bolster regional stability and multilateral cooperation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

The high-level interaction took place on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, marking a pivotal moment in the bilateral trajectory between the two civilisational partners.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, called for countries to unite against American bullying, arguing that such practices must be consigned to the "dustbin of history."

Addressing the gathering, Araghchi said many countries present were familiar with "slight variations of the same repugnant coercion". He urged BRICS nations to respond collectively and more assertively.

"To virtually everyone in this room, our resistance against US bullying is not an unfamiliar battle. So many of us encounter slight variations of the same repugnant coercion. It is high time for us to jointly step up and work towards making clear that those practices belong in the dustbin of history", he said.

"Today, our nations are closer to one another than ever before, and we cannot ignore the common and dangerous challenge we all face. History has shown that empires in decline will stop at nothing to arrest their inevitable fates. A wounded animal will desperately claw and roar on its way down", the Iranian Foreign Minister added.

Araghchi's comments come as several key global partners are gathered here in New Delhi to participate in the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meet.

As New Delhi chairs the two-day ministerial gathering on May 14 and 15, the presence of these key figures underscores the ascending strategic weight of the BRICS forum as a critical platform for mediation amidst the volatile situation in West Asia.

- ANI

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Priya S
The Iranian FM's comments about US bullying are interesting but we must be careful not to get dragged into anyone's conflict. India's focus should be on our energy security and the welfare of 9 million Indians working in Gulf countries. That's our primary concern in West Asia.
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the diplomatic engagement, I find it concerning that our EAM is having "detailed conversations" with a country that has repeatedly called for destruction of Israel. India must be consistent in its anti-terrorism stance. Hope we're not compromising our principles for short-term gains. 🤔
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Ananya R
This is what smart diplomacy looks like! India talking to everyone, keeping all channels open. Chabahar port, North-South corridor, energy ties with Iran - all strategically important. And hosting BRICS shows the world trusts India as a neutral mediator. Well done, Team India. 👏
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James A
I'm an American but living in India for work. It's fascinating to see India's independent foreign policy in action. The US would never host such a meeting, but India does it seamlessly. That's the power of being friends with everyone. Hope this leads to de-escalation in West Asia.
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Rohit P
The Iranian FM calling US bullying "repugnant coercion" while his own country suppresses women's rights and protests is peak irony. India should engage diplomatically but also remind Iran about human rights. We can't be selective about which principles we stand for. 🙄

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