BRICS Rejects Any Unilateral Measures to Alter Status of Occupied Jerusalem, Declaration Says

Source: Brasil 247 | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 02:06:17 UTC

Key Points

• BRICS leaders rejected unilateral measures aimed at changing the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem.
• The declaration called for respect for the sanctity of all holy sites in Jerusalem and for access to them.
• BRICS urged parties to maintain the ceasefire and ensure full, unimpeded humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip.
• The statement said a just and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved peacefully and depends on realizing the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.
• BRICS reaffirmed the need for adequate Palestinian representation in relevant international organizations, including multilateral financial institutions, and access to their resources.
• The 18th BRICS summit took place in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, with India holding the rotating BRICS presidency.