Al Jazeera reported on the extraordinary meeting called by the BRICS countries to address the emergency situation in Gaza. The headline reads: “BRICS condemns Israel’s war on Gaza as a signal to the west.”
According to the broadcaster, which is considered Hamas’s megaphone, the Brics group, which until then had focused more on economic issues, showed at the virtual meeting on November 21 that it was seeking “a greater say in a global world.” Order for very dominated by The United States and its Western allies.”
Summarizing the authorities’ speech, Al Jazeera highlighted “increasing calls from the Global South to end the war in Gaza” and said Israel would target hospitals, schools and refugee camps in its incessant bombings. The article, of course, omitted the evidence provided by Israel that Hamas was using these sites to store weapons and launch rockets.
The article also highlighted the opening speech of the current president of the BRICS, South African President Ramaphosa, for whom Israel’s actions “constitute a clear violation of international law” and that Israel’s “collective punishment of Palestinian civilians amounts to a war crime of genocide,” Ramaphosa said also that Hamas “has violated international law and must be held accountable.”
India’s position appeared to be very lenient to Al Jazeera journalist Shola Lawal: “India, however, has not been so vehement and has even cracked down on proPalestinian marches in its country and has appeared to support Israel and its larger benefactor, the Palestinians. “ USA, which is seen as a split within the BRICS itself.”
According to South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) analyst Steven Gruzd, interviewed by Al Jazeera, this internal division, expressed in India’s reluctance, “will give rise to an impetuous Iran that is on the verge of joining the group.” not resist, while “India may not do so.” able to influence how a new BRICS+ responds to Israel.”
The Al Jazeera article also states: “Within the global order, the BRICS provide another voice” and “this is necessary.” counteract the West’s current hegemonic vision“. BRICS are necessary, he says, “so that the voice of the global south is heard.”
The person who has given the Global South a lot of voice is President Lula, who was present at the meeting. Her rhetoric fits well with the group’s goal. In his speech, Lula condemned Hamas’ attacks But… suggested that Israel “uses indiscriminate and disproportionate force against civilians” and that “we must not forget that the current war also stems from decades of frustration and injustice, reflected in the lack of a safe home for the Palestinian people.”
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping also took part in the virtual meeting