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BRICS 2025 Summit delivers shocking revelations as Pepe Escobar exposes how the BRICS 2025 summit exceeded all expectations despite initial skepticism. In this exclusive BRICS news analysis, renowned geopolitical expert Pepe Escobar breaks down the major developments from the BRICS Summit 2025 in Rio, revealing how Russia's announcement about the New Development Bank (NDB) bypassing SWIFT represents the most significant de-dollarization move yet.

Discover why Lula's leadership surprised everyone, how Modi's strategic partnership with Brazil positions India as the next BRICS chair, and the real reasons behind Xi Jinping's absence. Escobar reveals exclusive insights from BRICS Business Council meetings, the emergence of a BRICS media alliance, and how BRICS partners like Malaysia and Iran are reshaping global geopolitics.

Learn about BRICS expansion strategies, the critical role of Southeast Asia and ASEAN integration, and how the Global South is building parallel financial systems. This BRICS summit analysis covers everything from Indonesia's growing influence to the formation of alternative payment mechanisms that challenge Western dominance.

Get the inside story on BRICS trade developments, media platform initiatives, and why Trump's immediate tariff response proves BRICS 2025 highlights represent a genuine threat to dollar hegemony.

This BRICS 2025 analysis doesn't include detailed technical specifications of new payment systems, specific investment figures for China-Brazil projects, or comprehensive coverage of all BRICS partners' individual policies. We don't explore internal NDB restructuring processes, detailed ASEAN member country positions, or extensive analysis of Iran-Indonesia bilateral relations outside the BRICS framework.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction and welcome to Think BRICS
00:45 - Reflections on the BRICS Summit in Rio and early skepticism
01:35 - Success of the summit and key pre-summit engagements
02:53 - BRICS Business Day and global participation
04:00 - Discussions on BRICS investment and networking
05:15 - Major announcement: NDB to bypass SWIFT
06:42 - The role of Dilma Rousseff and NDB challenges
08:05 - Importance of the Rio Declaration and its geopolitical impact
09:10 - De-dollarization and BRICS economic strategy
10:33 - Lula’s renewed leadership role at BRICS
12:46 - Anwar Ibrahim’s impactful speech and ASEAN connection
13:55 - Malaysia’s diplomatic leadership in ASEAN
16:16 - Key takeaways: Trade in national currencies and geopolitical coordination
17:12 - Hybrid war threats and regional destabilization
18:33 - Leadership dynamics: Anwar Ibrahim’s role and BRICS unity
19:30 - Proposal for an intra-BRICS media alliance
21:01 - Guancha, Sputnik, and Brazil247 media collaboration
22:30 - The need for decentralized media across the Global South
23:00 - Examples of BRICS-aligned media initiatives
24:10 - Audience reach of Guancha and Think BRICS' growth
25:25 - NDB’s second golden decade and expansion plans
26:30 - Importance of NDB’s visibility and future growth
27:45 - Reflections on the Rio summit’s improvisational success
28:56 - On Xi Jinping's absence and Modi’s central role
30:35 - Xi’s strategy and Brazil-India cooperation
31:48 - Major Chinese investments in Brazil are already underway
34:42 - India’s growing influence in BRICS and global outreach
36:28 - BRICS support for Iran and final declaration diplomacy
38:15 - Iran’s vocal participation and united BRICS stance
38:55 - Tensions between India and China within BRICS
39:55 - The importance of Iran and Indonesia as key BRICS members
40:55 - Looking ahead to India’s BRICS chairmanship
42:45 - Conclusion and future outlook

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Exclusive Summary

• U.S. Targets BRICS: Trump’s administration is ramping up pressure on Brazil, India, and China to sever economic ties with Russia.
• Lindsey Graham’s Threats: Senator Graham threatened tariffs on BRICS nations for buying Russian oil, calling it “blood money” on Fox News.
• Trump’s 50-Day Ultimatum: Trump gave Russia a 50-day deadline to negotiate, with threats of heavy tariffs—Escobar calls this ineffective bluster.
• BRICS Resilience: Russia, China, and Iran see U.S. actions as existential threats, strengthening their resolve.
• U.S. Failure vs. Russia: The U.S. cannot force Russia to comply, resorting to repetitive sanctions and threats.
• Iran’s Restraint: Iran avoided retaliating after U.S.-Israeli attacks to prevent all-out war, showing long-term thinking.
• Russia’s Realism: Russia focuses on geopolitical and geoeconomic facts, responding cautiously to threats like drone attacks on Moscow.
• Escalating Provocations: Drone attacks on Moscow and NATO surveillance over Crimea signal rising tensions.
• Orishnik Moment: Escobar warns of a potential “Orishnik moment” where Russia may respond harshly if pushed too far.
• Ukraine Offensive: Russia’s advance in Ukraine could collapse the front within months.
• Trump’s Lack of Depth: Escobar criticizes Trump as non-strategic, driven by simplistic mantras, unaware of BRICS’ complexity.
• China’s Defiance: China’s economic and tech rise makes it bold against U.S. tariff threats.
• Nvidia’s Chip Concession: Trump allowed Nvidia to sell H20 chips to China due to economic pressure, despite China’s Huawei advancements.
• China’s Rare Earth Power: China’s restrictions on rare earth exports hit U.S. auto and aerospace sectors hard.
• Brazil’s Economic War: Brazil faces U.S. tariff threats targeting exports like coffee, steel, and soy.
• Brazil’s Atlanticist Elites: Pro-U.S. ruling classes hinder Brazil’s BRICS alignment and global south leadership.
• Lula’s Sovereign Push: President Lula aims to position Brazil as a global south leader, attending ASEAN summit in Malaysia.
• Brazil’s Market Shift: Brazil’s future lies in global south markets (West Asia, Africa, ASEAN), not just U.S./Europe.
• India’s Ambiguity: India hedges bets, with unclear BRICS commitment due to internal contradictions.
• India’s Limited Role: Hindu nationalism and historical grievances limit India’s global south leadership vs. China.
• Russia’s Diplomatic Role: Russia could mediate India-China trust to strengthen BRICS cohesion.
• Rio BRICS Summit: The summit showed unity, with India’s Modi proposing a Brazil partnership.
• U.S. Timing: Post-summit U.S. threats aim to disrupt BRICS unity, especially India-Brazil ties.
• Iran’s Military Buildup: Iran is acquiring J10C jets from China and SU-35s from Russia for defense.
• Iran’s Policy Shift: Iran’s leadership aligns with Russia/China, bypassing Western-leaning advisors.
• Iran’s Internal Divide: Pezeshkian’s U.S.-educated advisors are blind to U.S. hostility realities.
• Supreme Leader’s Move: Iran’s Supreme Leader communicates directly with Russia, sidelining the government.
• Azerbaijan’s Risky Game: Azerbaijan’s Aliyev family and BP align with Turkey and Israel, threatening Russia/Iran.
• Zangezur Corridor: Moves isolating Iran via the Zangezur corridor could trigger Russia-Iran joint action.
• Ankara-Baku-Tel Aviv: This triangle ensures oil flow to Israel via the BTC pipeline.
• NATO’s War Plans: NATO is preparing for a 2030 war against Russia, militarizing Rotterdam port.
• NATO’s Budget: A €1 trillion annual budget, funded by European taxpayers, will buy U.S. weapons.
• Germany’s New Role: Germany replaces Poland as a key anti-Russia player, signing a UK-Germany treaty.
• NATO Leadership Issues: Leaders like Mark Rutte are criticized as Davos-driven and incompetent.
• Russia’s Strategy: Russia uses attrition in Ukraine, focusing on demilitarization, not conquest.
• Zaluzhny’s Training: Ukraine’s ex-commander Zaluzhny is MI6-trained in London to lead Ukraine.
• Crimea Flashpoint: NATO surveillance over Crimea suggests planned terror attacks.
• Russia’s Red Line: A major false flag in Moscow could trigger a severe Russian response.
• U.S. Leading from Behind: The U.S. pushes Europe to fight Russia while profiting from arms sales.
• Europe’s Blindness: European leaders fail to see their setup for catastrophic defeat.
• Trump’s BRICS Ignorance: Trump sees BRICS as an unformed anti-dollar group, unaware of its structure.
• BRICS De-Dollarization: BRICS seeks alternative systems, not dollar replacement.
• China’s Academic Influence: Chinese academics shape BRICS strategies, gaining influence.
• Brazil’s Internal Divide: Bolsonaro factions and fragmented elites weaken Brazil’s response.
• Russia’s Nuclear Power: Russia could destroy NATO nodes in hours with Sarmat, Zircon, and Oreshnik missiles.
• Western Desperation: The West faces humiliation after failing to cripple Russia’s economy.
• Trump’s Mafia Mindset: Trump’s policy mirrors mafia-style deal-making for personal profit.
• Israel’s Aggression: Trump supports Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and Iran.
• BRICS Solidarity: Iran and Indonesia are reliable BRICS partners, unlike India’s wavering stance.
• Actionable Insight: BRICS must deepen trade/military ties, bypass U.S. threats, and leverage Russia’s diplomacy.

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Iran, Russia, and China are at the heart of a geopolitical storm, but why did Iran pull back from its aggressive stance? What’s really going on with BRICS and global alliances? In this interview, geopolitical analyst Pepe Escobar helps break down the hidden dynamics that could shape the future of world politics. Watch to understand how Iran, Israel, and BRICS are navigating a complex web of power, strategy, and survival. Don't miss out on the details that are shaping today's global conflicts.

TIMELINE:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:20 - The Growing Power of BRICS and Its Challenge to the U.S.
00:02:47 - U.S. Pressure on Iran: Escobar’s Key Analysis
00:06:05 - BRICS’ Bold Move Against the U.S.
00:07:53 - Russia and China’s Rising Financial Power
00:10:30 - Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions: What’s at Stake?
00:12:17 - Russia’s Military Bond with Iran: A Game Changer?
00:15:54 - Escobar on Iran’s Military Capabilities and Strategy
00:17:43 - Russia, China, and Iran: A New Axis Against the U.S.
00:19:00 - Inside Iran: Power Struggles and Global Influence
00:23:53 - Iran’s Calculated Approach to Beating Up Israel
00:27:52 - Putin and Trump: Global Strategy and Power Plays
00:29:02 - BRICS vs. U.S.: Russia’s Fight for Global Dominance
00:31:43 - The Battle for Hormuz: Iran’s Strategic Calculus
00:34:47 - Putin’s Role in Defending Iran and Strengthening BRICS
00:38:23 - The U.S. and the Global War for Influence
00:41:32 - The Future of Iran’s Nuclear Program and Global Stability

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