During a recent national security presentation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu displayed a map of the Middle East and surrounding regions that outlined a network of strategic alliances. The visual aid, which featured the logo of the German-based Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Institute, categorized several states and non-state actors as 'friendly' to Israel and the United Arab Emirates.

Among the entities identified on the map are the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, a paramilitary group that has faced widespread international accusations of committing genocide. Additionally, the map indicated support for various separatist movements operating within Libya, Yemen, and Somaliland. The presentation also explicitly labeled Ethiopia and Greece as 'friendly' states within the broader geopolitical framework.

While the map serves as a visual representation of Israel’s perceived regional security architecture, its public display has drawn attention due to the inclusion of controversial paramilitary organizations. Regional analysts suggest that while the alignments depicted may be known to experts, the formal presentation of these ties could create diplomatic friction for Israel’s regional partners. The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Institute has not yet issued a detailed public statement regarding the specific context of the map’s creation or its intended use in the Prime Minister's briefing.