Tehran reminds Modi about need to activate BRICS - World

## India Caught in Middle of BRICS and Iran Conflict Iran's top leaders are urging India, currently chairing the BRICS bloc, to take a more active role in addressing the escalating war between the US and Israel. Iranian officials have stated that President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi both urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to use their influence within the group to help resolve the conflict, which has disrupted global energy supplies. India faces a diplomatic challenge as it navigates this complex situation. While India maintains its position as a "friend of Iran," it also expressed concern over the escalating tensions during calls with Iranian officials. The country is currently grappling with a domestic LPG crisis due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, which has become a critical artery for India's energy security. This conflict highlights the delicate balancing act India must perform between its ties with both Iran and Israel.