Why it matters:
Netanyahu’s proposal to reshape regional alliances reflects a broader effort by the Israeli regime, backed by the U.S., to restructure geopolitical alignments in West Asia in ways that sideline the Palestinian cause and consolidate Israeli influence.
The big picture:
Resistance movements and several regional actors view such initiatives as part of a long-running strategy to normalize the Israeli regime’s presence in West Asia while weakening support for Palestinian rights. The effort coincides with intensifying regional competition over security frameworks and political alignments, as Washington continues to promote security partnerships favorable to Israeli interests across the region.
What they're saying:
Hazem Qassem, spokesperson for Hamas, strongly criticized remarks by Benjamin Netanyahu about forming a new axis involving several Arab states.
Qassem said the proposal demonstrates “clear disregard for the status of key Arab countries in the region” and represents a direct threat to their strategic interests.
He added that the approach reflects a “hegemonic mindset” aimed at imposing regional leadership by force, stressing that the Israeli regime remains alien to the region’s history and identity.
According to Qassem, the initiative represents an attempt to reorganize regional alliances in line with Israeli priorities rather than the aspirations of the region’s nations.
He also said open support from the United States emboldens the Israeli regime to pursue policies fundamentally at odds with the interests of Arab countries.
Israeli regime Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he is working to form a new regional framework that would include India, several Arab states, African countries, and Mediterranean partners such as Greece and Cyprus.
He described the proposed structure as an “integrated system” resembling a hexagonal alliance spanning parts of West Asia and neighboring regions.
Netanyahu also claimed additional Asian countries may join the initiative, but did not identify them.
Key points:
- Hamas warned Arab governments to remain alert to the security implications of such alliance proposals.
- Qassem stressed that any regional framework ignoring Palestinian rights will deepen tensions rather than create stability.
- The Hamas spokesperson said Palestinian resistance groups will continue defending national rights regardless of changing regional alignments.
- Netanyahu’s plan envisions cooperation among Arab, African, Asian, and Mediterranean partners under a unified security framework.
Go deeper:
Regional analysts say attempts to construct new security blocs around the Israeli regime have repeatedly faced resistance across West Asia, where the Palestinian issue remains a central political and moral concern.
From the perspective of resistance movements, any alliance architecture that marginalizes Palestinian self-determination is unlikely to gain lasting legitimacy and may instead intensify regional polarization while strengthening the resolve of the Axis of Resistance.
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