The BRICS bloc has criticized rising tariffs and attacks on Iran in its latest summit declaration. Meeting in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, the group also condemned NATO’s increased military spending and expressed concerns about global trade disruptions caused by tariffs.

Developing nations at the BRICS summit on Monday brushed away an accusation from President Donald Trump that they are "anti-American," with Brazil's president saying the world does not need an emperor.

President Trump has sent letters to the Indonesian government, informing a reciprocal tariff of 32 percent starting from August 1, 2025. President Trump stated on Monday that the US would send more weapons to Ukraine to help the country defend itself from Russian attacks.