Avi Melamed

Avi Melamed is an expert on current affairs in the Arab & Muslim World and their impact on Israel & the Middle East. A former Israeli Intelligence Official & Senior Official on Arab Affairs, Fluent in Arabic, English, and Hebrew, he has held high-risk Government, Senior Advisory, Intelligence & Counter-Terrorist intelligence positions in Arab cities & communities - often in very sensitive times - on behalf of Israeli Government agencies. He is the Founder & CEO of Inside the Middle East | Intelligence Perspectives - an apolitical non-partisan curriculum using intelligence methodology to examine the Middle East. As an Author, Educator, Expert, and Strategic Intelligence Analyst, Avi provides Intelligence Analysis, Briefings, and Geopolitical Tours to diplomats, Israeli and foreign policymakers, global media outlets, and a wide variety of international businesses, organizations, and private clients on a range of Israel and Middle East Affairs.

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Beyond Translation: Understanding the Hidden Language of Arab Politics | Avi Melamed

Beyond Translation: Understanding the Hidden Language of Arab Politics | An article by Avi Melamed | Podcast version powered by Ai. Arabic is a remarkably rich and multi-layered language. Combined with cultural codes that dictate politeness...

MEET THE EDUCATORS | #C2

LEAD EDUCATOR | AVI MELAMED Avi Melamed is a former Israeli Intelligence Official and Senior Official on Arab Affairs. In his public service, Avi has held high-risk Government, Senior Advisory, Intelligence, and Counter-Terrorist intelligence...

Gaza Death Toll: Facts, Fabrication, and the Importance of Critical Thinking | Avi Melamed

Gaza Death Toll: Facts, Fabrication, and the Importance of Critical Thinking | An article by Avi Melamed | Podcast version powered by Ai. In recent days, pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel actors in the West have been amplifying...

ITME FELLOWSHIPS SPRING 2026

ITME Fellowship Voices From the Middle East, About the Middle East The ITME Fellowship is a selective, international leadership program for undergraduate and graduate students who want to move beyond headlines and advocacy to truly understand Israel...

Yemen – A Portrait of Chaos – Analysis | AiTME #11

Yemen – A Portrait of Chaos - Analysis | AiTME #11 | An article by Avi Melamed | Podcast version powered by Ai. When people hear the word Yemen, they usually think of a distant, endless...

Analysts warn Iran’s survival in 2025 could fuel greater risks in 2026 | NEWSWEEK

Analysts warn Iran’s survival in 2025 could fuel greater risks in 2026 | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this update on NEWSWEEK. Iran’s clerical establishment enters 2026 weakened but intact, with analysts cautioning that Tehran is...

A Diplomatic Incident and the Middle East Chain of Links – Analysis | AiTME #10

A Diplomatic Incident and the Middle East Chain of Links - Analysis | AiTME #10 | An article by Avi Melamed | Podcast version powered by Ai. Avi Melamed draws our attention to a diplomatic incident...

A Diplomatic Incident and the Middle East Chain of Links – Analysis | Avi Melamed

A Diplomatic Incident and the Middle East Chain of Links - Analysis | An article by Avi Melamed | Podcast version powered by Ai. Avi Melamed draws our attention to a diplomatic incident that shed light...

Bruised but undeterred: Iran braces for more risks in 2026 | IRAN INTERNATIONAL

Bruised but undeterred: Iran braces for more risks in 2026 | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Negar Mojtahedi, Canadian Iranian journalist and documentary filmmaker, in this article & Podcast for IRAN INTERNATIONAL. Watch the Podcast interview...

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Syria: The Wall of Fear is Cracking

Syria: The Wall of Fear is Cracking The Tsunami wave is reaching the Syrian shore. Riots are erupting in some Syrian cities. Demonstrations are erupting...

September 14 Attack on Saudi Arabia | Regional Perspectives

September 14 Attack on Saudi Arabia | Regional Perspectives I wanted to take this opportunity to share some thoughts and perspectives from the region regarding...

U.S. troops on high alert as general warns Iran likely to target Middle East bases | DAILY EXPRESS US

U.S. troops on high alert as general warns Iran likely to target Middle East bases | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Aurora Bosotti for...

There are strong indications that hostage deal will move ahead, senior Israeli official says | NBC NEWS

Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “There are strong indications that hostage deal will move ahead, senior Israeli official says", an article by Matt Bradley...