Markets Shake as BRICS Divisions Surface Global markets rarely react calmly to geopolitical fractures—and the latest conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States is proving no exception. Asian markets were hit particularly hard. Major indices including the Hang Seng, Nikkei, Sensex, and KOSPI all slid sharply, reflecting investor anxiety about potential regional escalation and energy market disruptions. But beyond the market volatility lies a deeper geopolitical development. For the first time in years, BRICS appears visibly divided on a major global conflict. Russia publicly backed Iran China condemned Israeli strikes South Africa echoed similar concerns Brazil emphasized diplomatic negotiations Yet India—one of the founding BRICS members and host of the 2026 summit—has taken a noticeably different posture, condemning Iranian…
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