Russia Clarifies: BRICS Will Not Become a Military Alliance
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Source: Berliner Zeitung | Original Published At: 2026-02-16 05:35:05 UTC
Key Points
- Russia states BRICS will not evolve into a military alliance or collective security organization.
- Joint naval exercise 'Will for Peace 2026' involved China, Russia, South Africa, Iran, and UAE but was not an official BRICS event.
- India did not participate in the exercise, emphasizing its non-institutionalized nature.
- Iran's participation caused diplomatic tensions with South Africa and the US.
- BRICS expansion since 2024 includes Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, and Indonesia.