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Iran courts India for West Asia peace role and designs new Strait of Hormuz shipping framework
Politics
Published on 13 May 2026
BRICS unity stalls after a member pushes condemnation
Ahead of the BRICS meeting, Iran has asked India to play a role in West Asia peace efforts, praising India’s impartial chairmanship. Iran also says it is drafting a new framework for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz and points to a BRICS member’s demand to condemn it as the reason a unified stance did not form. Iran reiterated support for the Chabahar port project.
- Iran seeks India’s involvement in West Asia peace efforts
- A new shipping framework is being planned for the Strait of Hormuz
- BRICS unity was blocked by a push to condemn Iran
- Chabahar port remains central to Iran India cooperation
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