EXPLAINERNews|ExplainerWhat’s Netanyahu’s planned ‘hexagon’ alliance – and can it work?Analysts call Netanyahu’s alliance pitch a ‘fantasy world’ as Israel faces growing international isolation.
On Sunday, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed the formation of a new regional alliance. He described this as a "hexagon" of alliances, which would potentially include Israel, India, Greece, Cyprus, and other unspecified Arab, African,…
On Sunday, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed the formation of a new regional alliance. He described this as a "hexagon" of alliances, which would potentially include Israel, India, Greece, Cyprus, and other unspecified Arab, African, and Asian nations. The aim of this coalition is to counter perceived "radical" adversaries in the region.
As of now, no government has publicly supported this initiative or its sectarian framing. Notably, Greece and Cyprus, two countries mentioned in the proposal, are members of the International Criminal Court (ICC), which has issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu regarding alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Andreas Krieg, an associate professor of security studies at King’s College London, remarked that the proposed alliance might not resemble a formal NATO-style pact. He suggested it could be more akin to ad hoc security coordination rather than a structured alliance.
Omer Ozkizilcik, a non-resident fellow at the Atlantic Council, noted that any emerging alliances in the region are not based on ideology but are driven by geopolitical considerations.
On Sunday, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed the formation of a new regional alliance.
Netanyahu's proposal coincides with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to Israel, where discussions are expected to focus on artificial intelligence, quantum computing, security coordination, and trade. Despite deepening ties, India's historical non-alignment suggests it may remain cautious about formal alliances.
Regional Dynamics Involving Greece and Cyprus
In December 2025, Israel, Greece, and Cyprus continued their trilateral discussions, initially established in 2016, focusing on energy and security cooperation. Despite these interactions, Greece and Turkiye have shown signs of rapprochement, indicating fluid regional dynamics.
Netanyahu's initiative emerges amid domestic challenges, including legal issues and proposed judicial reforms. With upcoming elections, the proposal may serve to demonstrate Israel's diplomatic engagement and potential partnerships, despite current regional tensions.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
