What led to Iran-UAE consensus: Ceasefire window, 100-hour talks, back-and-forth at top level, nudge from China and Russia

The recent consensus on the Iran-UAE conflict, discussed in the BRICS joint declaration, was the result of a complex series of events and negotiations. The process began 17 days before the US and Israel attacked Iran, with the first BRICS Sherpas meeting in New Delhi setting priorities under India's chairmanship. As tensions escalated, a "vibe shift" became apparent, with the Iranians and Emiratis failing to see eye-to-eye.

Following the Foreign Ministers' meeting, all that could be recorded was a statement expressing differing national positions. However, Indian diplomats, drawing on their extensive experience, began reaching out to both Iran and the UAE, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE ruler Mohamed bin Zayed speaking during Modi's visit to the UAE.

The 60-day ceasefire between the US and Iran also provided an opportunity for the 100-hour talks that ultimately led to the consensus.

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