Chicago – August 24, 2025
In a July 2024 address to the U.S. Congress, Netanyahu proposed forming a NATO-style regional military alliance in the Middle East to counter regional threats—primarily from Iran. He suggested calling it the “Abraham Alliance.” The alliance would potentially include countries that have normalized relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords (such as the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, Sudan) as well as future partners.
Netanyahu described this proposed alliance as a natural extension of the 2020 Abraham Accords, envisioning a collective defense framework similar to NATO to bolster regional stability and mutual security .
Is the Alliance Real or Operational?
Not yet. This “Abraham Alliance” remains a proposal or diplomatic concept—not a formally established treaty or organized coalition. Various experts and regional stakeholders have expressed skepticism about its feasibility.
Concerns include factors like:
- The political sensitivities and domestic opposition within Gulf states and other Arab countries.
- Ambiguity around military cooperation commitments.
- Mixed public opinion about deeper alignment with Israel.
- Complex regional geopolitics and Iran’s enduring influence.
Likely Core (Abraham Accords countries)
- Israel
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Bahrain
- Morocco
- Sudan (signed but not yet fully implemented due to political instability)
Possible Future Members (if normalization expands)
- Saudi Arabia (key target for Israel and the U.S., but still holding back due to the Palestinian issue)
- Egypt and Jordan (already have peace treaties with Israel, could be natural partners)
- Other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states (like Oman or Kuwait, though more cautious)
Outside Support
- United States would likely act as the main security guarantor and coordinator, even if not a formal member.
