BRICS Backs Iran Nuclear Pact

The world's five major rising economies expressed support for the 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran and world powers, urging all parties to live up to their commitments under the deal. In a joint statement issued during their latest summit in the Chinese city of Xiamen on Monday, the BRICS countries, namely Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, defended the accord amid attempts by the US to undermine it. "We firmly support the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on the Iranian nuclear issue and call upon all relevant parties to comply fully with their obligations and ensure the full and effective implementation of JCPOA to promote international and regional peace and stability," the statement was cited by Press TV.