Araghchi in New Delhi: Iran Open to Diplomacy but Ready to Defend Itself

Source: Newsbeast.gr | Original Published At: 2026-05-14 10:12:00 UTC

Key Points

• Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called on BRICS members to condemn what Tehran described as US and Israeli violations of international law.
• Araghchi said Iran remains open to diplomacy but is prepared to defend itself with all available means.
• BRICS foreign ministers began a two-day meeting in New Delhi, with talks expected to focus on the Middle East conflict and the energy crisis.
• Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar stressed that safe, uninterrupted maritime flows through routes such as the Strait of Hormuz are vital for global economic well-being.
• The conflict’s impact on Hormuz shipping and tanker traffic has pushed up energy prices and increased inflation and recession concerns.
• India, this year’s BRICS chair, signaled concern over unilateral coercive measures and sanctions, arguing dialogue should take precedence over pressure.