Russia, Iran, and China Conduct BRICS Naval Drills in South Africa
Chinese, Russian, and Iranian warships participate in week-long maritime exercises off South Africa’s coast under the BRICS framework, amid geopolitical tensions with the US.
2026
Russia joins Chinese, Iran warships for drills off South Africa
China leads ‘Will for Peace 2026’ military exercises involving BRICS nations amid US tensions.
South Africa Hosts BRICS Joint Naval Drills Led by China
South Africa hosts week-long maritime exercises involving BRICS nations, focusing on interoperability and maritime security.
China Stages Naval War Game With BRICS Allies
Multilateral drill ‘Will for Peace 2026’ enhances maritime cooperation among BRICS nations
BRICS Nations Prepare for Strategic Naval Exercises
China to conduct joint naval and air drills with Russia, South Africa, and other BRICS partners off South Africa’s coast in January 2026.
French President Macron Calls on India to Bridge G7-BRICS Cooperation as Global Powers
French President Emmanuel Macron urges India to leverage its BRICS chairmanship to foster cooperation between G7 and BRICS nations, emphasizing multipolarity and shared global challenges.
French President Macron Urges G7-BRICS Cooperation, Highlights India’s Bridging Role
France’s President calls for collaboration between multilateral blocs during India’s BRICS chairmanship, emphasizing non-adversarial relations and multipolarity.
South Africa hosts BRICS naval exercises with China, Iran, and expected Russian participation
The ‘Will for Peace’ exercises near Cape Town involve warships from China and Iran, with Russia expected to join, sparking U.S. tensions and domestic transparency concerns.
Russia Welcomes Thailand’s Potential BRICS Membership
Russian Ambassador to Thailand Evgeny Tomikhin confirms Moscow’s support for Bangkok’s bid to join BRICS, highlighting Thailand’s existing BRICS+ participation since 2017.