News|Israel-Palestine conflictNetanyahu says Israel will forge regional alliance to rival ‘radical axes’Israel to join with India, Greece, Cyprus and other Arab, African, Asian countries that ‘see eye to eye’, says PM.
Israel has announced a strategic initiative to establish a coalition of allied nations in the Middle East to counter perceived extremist threats. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed this plan on Sun, Feb 22, 2026, during the announcement of an…
Israel has announced a strategic initiative to establish a coalition of allied nations in the Middle East to counter perceived extremist threats. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed this plan on Sun, Feb 22, 2026, during the announcement of an upcoming visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel. Modi's country is expected to be part of this alliance.
Prime Minister Netanyahu mentioned countries such as Greece, Cyprus, and various unnamed Arab, African, and Asian nations as potential participants in this coalition. The envisioned alliance, referred to as a "hexagon," aims to create a network of nations with aligned perspectives on security and geopolitical challenges in the region.
The coalition is intended to address threats from what are identified as radical forces, specifically the radical Shia and Sunni groups. This initiative follows ongoing conflicts, including recent hostilities with Iran and its affiliates.
Indian Prime Minister Modi expressed strong support for the bilateral relationship between India and Israel, highlighting shared values of trust, innovation, and a commitment to peace and progress. Modi's remarks underscore the strategic partnership between the two nations.
Israel has announced a strategic initiative to establish a coalition of allied nations in the Middle East to counter perceived extremist threats.
Israel has been involved in military actions that have impacted the Iran-led "axis of resistance," which includes groups like Hezbollah in Lebanon. These actions coincide with broader regional tensions, including direct confrontations with Iran.
Netanyahu has previously identified groups like the Muslim Brotherhood as central to what he terms the "emerging radical Sunni axis." Current relations between Israel and several Sunni-majority countries, including Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, are strained due to ongoing conflicts in Gaza.
Efforts to normalize relations with Saudi Arabia have faced setbacks, particularly concerning Israel's recognition of Somaliland and annexation activities in the West Bank. Since 2020, Israel has sought to formalize relations with Arab and Muslim nations under the "Abraham Accords," fostering ties with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Morocco.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
