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Hamas Slams Netanyahu's Regional Alliance as Threat to Arabs

2/23/2026

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Hamas Condemns Netanyahu

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's regional alliance proposal as a threat to Arab interests.
He argued that the plan would reshape the region to benefit Israeli occupation, signaling Arab states' vulnerability post-Gaza conflict.
Netanyahu envisions a "hexagon" of alliances, including India and Mediterranean countries, to counter radical Shia and Sunni groups.
The exchange underscores tensions and contrasting regional security perspectives after the recent conflict.

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Netanyahu Forms Alliances

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to form a network of allies, including India, Greece, and Cyprus, to counter radical adversaries.
The announcement coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India visiting Israel, where he expressed strong support for the bilateral relationship.
Netanyahu's comments follow Gaza actions that strain relations with Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, while Israel advances ties through the Abraham Accords since 2020.

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Hamas Condemns Netanyahu

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's regional alliance proposal as a threat to Arab interests.
He argued that the plan would reshape the region to benefit Israeli occupation, signaling Arab states' vulnerability post-Gaza conflict.
Netanyahu envisions a "hexagon" of alliances, including India and Mediterranean countries, to counter radical Shia and Sunni groups.
The exchange underscores tensions and contrasting regional security perspectives after the recent conflict.

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