Xi Warns War in Middle East Undermines BRICS Common Interests
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: On September 12, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, urging that the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, including the Iran‑US and Russia‑Ukraine wars, do not serve the common interests of the BRICS nations. He called for greater cooperation among the bloc and emphasized that BRICS should stand on the right side of history. The summit highlighted the global impact of these conflicts and the need for collective diplomatic efforts.
Covered by 8 outlets across the spectrum: 12% left, 76% center, 12% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (5): Indian Express, DNA India, Free Press Journal, Mint, The New Indian Express
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now
Sources
- BRICS should play ‘due role’ in bringing peace to West Asia: Xi Jinping — Indian Express (center)
- BRICS 2026 declaration expresses concern over West Asia tensions, calls for dialogue — DNA India (center)
- BRICS Summit 2026: ‘Middle East War Does Not Serve Common Interests,’ Says Xi Jinping; Calls For Greater Cooperation — Free Press Journal (center)
- 'Maximum Restraint': BRICS New Delhi Declaration Warns Against Middle East Escalation; Backs Two-State Framework In Gaza — Free Press Journal (center)
- Brics joint statement calls for West Asia de-escalation — Mint (center)
- Xi calls on BRICS to play ‘due role’ in restoring peace in West Asia — The New Indian Express (center)
- BRICS Summit: PM Modi warns against weaponisation of technology, critical minerals — The Hindu (left-leaning)
- China's Xi Warns Against War In Middle East, Says 'BRICS Should Stand At Right Side Of History' — Times Now (right-leaning)