Introduction
In a bold and unified move, BRICS declares Gaza an inseparable part of Palestine, solidifying its support for Palestinian sovereignty and reigniting global discourse around the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The declaration was made during the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro (July 6–7, 2025), marking a shift in Middle East diplomacy and global geopolitics.
BRICS Supports Palestinian Statehood and Gaza’s Unity
The BRICS bloc – comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and new members including Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the UAE – issued a joint statement reiterating support for a two-state solution and the right of Palestine to full UN membership.
Key points from the declaration include:
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Gaza is “an inseparable part of the Occupied Palestinian Territory.”
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Support for Palestinian self-determination and statehood
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Urgent call for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire in Gaza
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Demand for the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the unblocking of humanitarian aid
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Rejection of starvation as a weapon of war, in line with international humanitarian law
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Call for the unification of Gaza and the West Bank under the Palestinian Authority
“We reaffirm that a just and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through peaceful means in accordance with international law and relevant UN resolutions.”
— BRICS Joint Statement, 2025
This diplomatic message elevates BRICS’ role in foreign policy regarding ongoing conflicts and positions it as a key stakeholder in the Palestinian statehood process.
Global and Regional Response
The declaration has triggered strong reactions globally. According to Anadolu Agency’s report on BRICS foreign policy, the bloc not only condemned Israeli occupation forces in Gaza but also highlighted the severity of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for immediate access for international aid.
Hamas welcomed the BRICS statement, calling it a “historic stance,” and urged for swift international action to halt the siege and rebuild Gaza.
Meanwhile, the Palestinian Authority saw the move as an international endorsement of Palestinian unity and a direct challenge to unilateral Israeli actions.
Implications for the Middle East and Global Order
This firm stance from BRICS signals a geopolitical power shift. The bloc’s support for Palestinian sovereignty sends a message that emerging global powers are no longer passive in issues traditionally dominated by Western diplomacy.
Key implications:
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Strengthens Palestine’s diplomatic leverage at the United Nations
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Reshapes international narratives around colonialism, occupation, and human rights
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May encourage aid for Gaza’s reconstruction via BRICS development funds
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Establishes a precedent in using multipolar diplomacy to counterbalance Western-aligned policies
This declaration aligns BRICS with a growing Global South consensus on justice for Palestine and broader calls for equity in international relations.
Conclusion
The statement that “Gaza is an inseparable part of Palestine” is not just diplomatic language – it’s a challenge to decades of stalled negotiations, unresolved conflict, and humanitarian suffering. BRICS has not only condemned ongoing violence but also placed itself at the center of global peace advocacy.
As international pressure builds, the Gaza conflict could become a defining case of how multipolar alliances like BRICS shape the future of global diplomacy and conflict resolution.
