Brasilia, June 25 -- The BRICS countries have expressed "grave concern" over military strikes against Iran in "violation of international law and the United Nations Charter," and called for an urgent need to break the cycle of violence and restore peace.

In a joint statement on Wednesday, the influential bloc comprising India, Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa, and six other countries, including Iran, called for immediate de-escalation of the situation and urged all parties to engage in dialogue and diplomacy to resolve their differences peacefully.

"We express grave concern over the military strikes against Iran since 13 June 2025, which constitute a violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and the subseq...