New delhi: BRICS leaders meeting in New Delhi face growing questions about the bloc's unity after failing to agree on a joint response to the Iran war. Created to amplify the voice of emerging economies and challenge Western dominance, BRICS now represents 11 countries and roughly half the world's population. However, conflicting interests among members, including key regional rivals, have exposed deep divisions over war, peace, and the future of a multipolar world order.

According to Deutsche Welle, these divisions have raised doubts about the sustainability of Global South solidarity, which appears to be more challenging to maintain than initially anticipated. The inability to reach a consensus on the Iran war highlights the complexities of aligning diverse national interests within the bloc. As BRICS nations navigate these challenges, questions remain about their capability to present a united front on global issues.