Netanyahu launches Hexagon Alliance, with India as a partner before PM Modi's visit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the formation of the Hexagon Alliance, with India as a core partner, ahead of PM Modi's upcoming visit to Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is launching a new coalition called the Hexagon Alliance, which includes India as a key partner, just ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled two-day visit to Israel. Netanyahu emphasized the need for this alliance to combat radical forces in the Middle East, particularly as tensions rise between Israel and Iran. Furthermore, he indicated that this coalition aims to strengthen alliances between Israel, Greece, Cyprus, and India, potentially involving several other Arab, African, and Asian countries as well.
The announcement comes at a critical juncture as regional dynamics shift, with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia forging a NATO-like alliance that includes Turkey, signaling changing geopolitical relationships in the Middle East. Through the formation of the Hexagon Alliance, Netanyahu appears to be positioning Israel more strategically against emerging threats and fostering broader international partnerships. Modi's upcoming visit to Israel is expected to bolster the ties further and affirm India's role within this newly proposed alliance.
Netanyahu characterized the Hexagon Alliance as a visionary and strategic initiative necessary for the future. Modi's invitation for a state visit reflects India's importance in Israeli diplomatic considerations and indicates a potential strengthening of bilateral relations in the regional context, especially in light of current geopolitical challenges such as Iran's activities in the region.