https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/emerging-powers-seek-an-alternative-to-the-west-but-war-divides-themContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/emerging-powers-seek-an-alternative-to-the-west-but-war-divides-themhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/emerging-powers-seek-an-alternative-to-the-west-but-war-divides-them#u70203Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:40:50 +0000An ongoing war involving Iran is reshaping the Middle East, challenging traditional United States power and altering regional security frameworks. Meanwhile, emerging powers within the BRICS bloc are actively attempting to bypass Western financial dominance by urging member states to trade in local currencies and connect domestic payment systems. Irina Zvereva, mother of tennis player Alexander Zverev, recently highlighted the challenges of managing diabetes in competitive sports following a US Open victory, reflecting broader stories from the current news cycle.Why it mattersThe BRICS bloc is https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/emerging-powers-seek-an-alternative-to-the-west-but-war-divides-themhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/emerging-powers-seek-an-alternative-to-the-west-but-war-divides-them#u65760Sat, 12 Sep 2026 03:31:13 +0000India is hosting the BRICS summit as member nations attempt to establish a Western alternative while facing internal divisions. A war in Iran is currently testing the cohesion of the bloc. During the BRICS Business Forum, Piyush Goyal advocated for member states to trade in local currencies and link their payment systems to reduce reliance on Western financial structures. While the summit marks dual milestones for the group, the conflict in Iran and logistical disruptions in New Delhi highlight the practical and political frictions within the alliance.Why it mattersBRICS represents a coalition