Russia has expressed its intention to form a united front with BRICS nations on global climate issues following the conclusion of the COP28 negotiations in Dubai. The BRICS group, traditionally including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, will expand in 2024 to include Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, Ethiopia, and Egypt. Russia, set to […]
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