Pepe Escobar: Trump Targets BRICS, But BRICS Is Locked and Loaded!

Nima Rostami Alkhorshid:

1. Are Indian policymakers aware of the risks of not acting in their own interests within BRICS?
2. Could BRICS members see closer military collaboration beyond current agreements?
3. How should Iran approach its foreign policy after recent attacks by the U.S. and Israel?
4. What impact will the Zangezur Corridor have on Iran and Russia’s regional strategies?
5. Is the current Iranian administration capable of effective strategic decision-making?

Pepe Escobar:

1. India’s internal contradictions and hesitations may cost them influence in BRICS if they don’t act decisively.
2. Military collaboration could expand, especially if geopolitical pressure increases, though it’s not yet formalized.
3. Iran is strengthening defense ties with China and Russia, acquiring advanced jets and preparing for long-term deterrence.
4. If the corridor isolates Iran, both Iran and Russia may act together, but this risks escalation with Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Israel.
5. The current administration seems hesitant and lacks clarity, possibly due to internal divisions and misplaced optimism about the U.S.

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