Israel Proposes 'Hexagon' Alliance with India Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a proposed 'Hexagon of Alliances' positioning India centrally in a new strategic bloc in West Asia. This initiative aims to counter the Iran-backed 'Shia axis' or 'axis of resistance.' Concurrently, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement, described by analysts as an 'Islamic NATO,' with Turkey reportedly interested in joining. The developments reflect rising regional tensions and shifting alliances.