With a rich history as a former Israeli Intelligence Official and Senior Advisor on Arab Affairs, Avi Melamed is uniquely positioned at the intersection of intelligence, diplomacy, and education. Fluent in Arabic, English, and Hebrew, his analysis is deeply rooted in his firsthand experiences and intimate knowledge of the Arab and Muslim worlds, enabling him to navigate and explain the complexities of the Middle East with unmatched clarity. With the skills of a seasoned intelligence official and the heart of a teacher, he masterfully guides audiences—through the noise, to a deeper understanding of the Middle East’s most complex conflicts, and into the region as it really is: a chessboard soaked in centuries-old struggles for identity, influence, and power.
