BRICS & Global South News

China, Russia, Mongolia begin deep integration in border protection

According to Jiang Bin, the exercise took place in early September near the city of Manchuria

Families torn apart as fighting escalates in Yemen

As Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi militants swept through the battered country’s Red Sea coastline, thousands of panicked people fled to makeshift camps, adding to an already vast population of internally displaced people

Russia’s Khachanov skyrockets in ATP Rankings on heels of US Open performance

Karen Khachanov now sits at 26th spot in the ATP Rankings with 1,280 points, 24 spots higher than last week

Rosatom, IAEA chiefs discuss security issues facing Zaporozhye nuclear power plant

Rafael Grossi confirmed the commitment of the IAEA Secretariat and himself to cooperating with Russia in ensuring security at the ZNPP

Temporary Hormuz solution deferred as Iran-Arab summit falls through

Saudi Arabia asked for the meeting to be postponed, but Tehran says it will continue to seek a regionally backed bill.

Russia’s top female racquet Andreeva holds 5th place in new WTA Rankings

Playing last week at this year’s concluding Grand Slam series tournament, the 2026 US Open, Andreeva reached the quarterfinals stage, where she fell to Coco Gauff of the United States

US tested Lockheed cluster missiles on Iranian civilians, Baghaei says

Esmaeil Baghaei says the scars of Washington’s March 1 missile attack on the southern city of Lamard are still written on its walls, its streets, and the bodies of families who buried their loved ones.

Houthis target Saudi base as Iran denies involvement in Yemen war

Pezeshkian urges BRICS to play more active role in upholding non-use of force principle

Pezeshkian calls on the BRICS group of emerging economies to play a “more effective” role in upholding the principle of non-use of force at the current critical time.

South Korean officials decry ‘worst ever’ Asian Games accommodation

Organisers in Japan say they had 'neither the manpower nor the budget' to deal with the accommodation shortage.

Russian expert warns of extensive domestic network seeking to undermine national security

According to Sergey Rats, the enemy acts in a systemic and very active manner, depending on those who do not fully realize what they are doing

Dangote Refinery opens order book for $1.6 billion Africa’s biggest IPO

US bombing of a wedding in Iran a ‘clear and reckless breach’ of international law: Legal ...

The US strike on a wedding ceremony in southern Iran was a “clear and reckless breach” of international law, says a legal expert, noting that international silence has emboldened the aggressors.

Games-From barefoot hockey to Asian Games, India's Lalremsiami chases golden dream

Beds too short in 'worst-ever' Asian Games rooms, say South Korea

More than 17,000 athletes and officials are expected — a bigger number than the Olympics.

Ares names James Garforth principal for Asia direct lending

Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia

The attempted power grab has exposed deep grievances within the army and tested Niger’s ties with its Sahelian allies.

Odessa residents tell Russian army about dual-use warehouses — underground resistance

According to the source, some of the information comes from ordinary people who are tired of living near dangerous facilities

Iran has good reason to bar IAEA inspectors from returning amid US aggression: Author

Iran’s refusal to readmit IAEA inspectors amid US military aggression is understandable, says a US-based activist and author, while urging inspections of Israel’s nuclear facilities.

Shares slip in Asia as oil climbs, rate hikes loom

Shares skid in Asia as oil rises, rate hikes loom

Trump chastises Zelenskyy over Russian refinery strikes during Ireland visit

BRICS Summit: Nigeria urges reform of UN, global financial institutions

More than 2,000 Yemenis flee to Djibouti amid Houthi advances

Escalating fighting along Yemen’s western coast has driven more than 2,000 Yemenis across the Red Sea to Djibouti.

Renewed fighting worsens Yemen’s humanitarian crisis

Renewed fighting worsens Yemen’s humanitarian crisis

Russia closely following situation in Yemen — Kremlin spokesman

According to Dmitry Peskov, the situation carries the risk of significant escalation

Iranian handwoven carpets: Tapestry of culture, art and heritage

A Tehran exhibition celebrates Iran’s rich cultural heritage through its intricate handwoven carpets, traditional designs and centuries-old craftsmanship.

BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways?

The 11-nation bloc avoids condemning the US-Israel war on Iran, showing the divisions among the members.

New era beckons for holders Al-Ahli ahead of Asian Champions League title defence

A dignified life is a ‘distant dream’ for many Iranian families amid US war

With constant degredation and no real prospects of improvement in the foreseeable future, Iranians are losing hope.