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BRICS nations call for 'maximum restraint' in Middle East war

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BRICS nations, including China, Russia, Iran, and India, collectively urged "maximum restraint" and de-escalation in the Middle East war during a summit in New Delhi.
The joint statement marked a significant diplomatic breakthrough, as earlier divisions among members had prevented a consensus on the conflict.
Host India spearheaded intensive diplomatic efforts to achieve the unified stance, aiming to bolster BRICS' global influence in addressing conflicts and international stability.
The summit also featured key bilateral meetings, including Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to India since 2019, signaling a cautious improvement in relations despite historical border disputes.

Today 11:35Key points summarised by AI

Sriracha Tiger Zoo, closed since April 30th due to COVID-19 financial struggles, is attempting to sell its 11 elephants, along with their caretakers, for three million baht each.
Despite the zoo's offer of negotiable prices for the entire herd, no buyers have yet expressed interest in the elephants.
Thai wildlife officials state that the elephants, being a protected and CITES-listed species, cannot be sold but can only be transferred between zoos for specific purposes like research or breeding.
If the zoo remains closed for a year without a transfer, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation is authorized to take the animals into care, despite lacking a policy to assist private zoos.