Patrika Explainer: Abbas Araghchi in India, Indian Ship Sinks in Oman Attack, Jaishankar Says Peace Cannot Be Divided
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Source: Patrika News | Original Published At: 2026-05-15 02:12:12 UTC
Key Points
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited India to attend the BRICS Summit amidst escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
- An Indian-flagged merchant ship sank near Oman following a suspected drone attack, though the crew was rescued.
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated at the BRICS foreign ministers' meeting that stability cannot be selective and peace cannot be fragmented.
- Jaishankar urged BRICS nations to collaborate on stability and prosperity amid geopolitical uncertainties affecting energy and food security.
- Araghchi called on BRICS to uphold international law and condemned actions by the US and Israel, asserting Iran's resilience.
- Discussions highlighted the need to protect energy supplies and avoid unilateral sanctions that impact developing countries.