The BRICS group of nations unanimously adopted a joint declaration expressing ‘deep concern’ over the war in the Middle East and urged maximum restraint. READ: ▻ ↧ BRICS adopts joint declaration, urges 'maximum restraint' in Mideast The BRICS group of nations unanimously adopted ​a joint declaration on Saturday, expressing "deep concern" over the ‌war in the Middle East and urged maximum restraint, advocating for a "multilateral approach" that respects national viewpoints.