Iran conflict strains BRICS unity over vision for new world order

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has brought renewed attention to divisions within the BRICS bloc over the group's long-term direction. While member nations broadly agree that the current global order requires fundamental reform, consensus breaks down when it comes to defining what should replace it. The conflict has both strengthened certain bilateral ties within the bloc and exposed underlying fault lines among its members. Disagreements over strategy and priorities reveal that BRICS unity is more aspirational than operational on key geopolitical issues.