MEET AVI MELAMED

INTELLIGENCE EXPERIENCES BY AVI MELAMED

Middle East Intelligence Analyst, Commentator, Educator, Lecturer | Founder, Inside The Middle East

Former Israeli Intelligence Official and Senior Advisor on Arab Affairs, Avi Melamed is an Arab and Middle East Affairs analyst, author, educator, and speaker.

Melamed’s fluency in Arabic, coupled with his extensive hands-on experience, yields a profound understanding of the complex geopolitical landscape of the region.

His distinct knowledge encompasses the countries, territories, key players, proxies, and governmental and para-governmental entities operating within the region. This unique position enables him to analyze and foresee geopolitical implications reverberating throughout the region.

Melamed’s public service involved counterterrorism and intelligence gathering in Arab countries and Middle Eastern communities.

With diverse roles within Israeli intelligence and governmental agencies, he effectively delivered on-the-ground policy directives to Jerusalem’s esteemed mayors, Teddy Kollek and Ehud Olmert, during his tenure as Deputy and Senior Advisor on Arab Affairs amidst the first and second Intifadas.

INTELLIGENCE EXPERIENCES BY AVI MELAMED |  Middle East Analyst, Commentator and Lecturer Founder of Inside The Middle East

After leaving government service, Melamed founded Inside the Middle East [ITME]. ITME is an apolitical, non-partisan, non-profit institute dedicated to empowering people to have a holistic and sustainable understanding of the region. ITME cultivates critical thinkers through non-partisan and innovative education. Through ITME, Melamed’s acclaimed lectures, courses, seminars, tours, and workshops in Israel, online, and around the world have fostered a nuanced understanding of Israel and the Middle East for a plethora of audiences, from community groups and high school students to Capitol Hill leaders and foreign diplomats.

His latest book, “Inside The Middle East | Entering a New Era,” has received high acclaim from executives, journalists, think tanks, and thought leaders, many from across the Arab world.

Under his guidance, in May 2023, ITME launched a five-part documentary series. The Seam Line | Avi Melamed’s Jerusalem, Living on the Edge of Eternity, is a unique opportunity to explore the conflict in and over Jerusalem, gain unique insights, uncover perspectives rarely explored by Western media, and understand the Israeli-Palestine conflict in the context of the complex reality of the Middle East.

Melamed is frequently sought after by Israeli, Arab, and other foreign policymakers, global media outlets, and a wide variety of international businesses for his unique expertise in the region.

SUMMARY BIO:

Avi Melamed is a renowned Geopolitical Middle East Expert, Intelligence Analyst, and the visionary Founder and CEO of Inside the Middle East Intelligence Perspectives [ITME]. With a rich history as a former Israeli Intelligence Official and Senior Advisor on Arab Affairs, Avi has been uniquely situated at the intersection of diplomacy, education, and intelligence.

Fluent in Arabic, English, and Hebrew, his deep familiarity with the Arab and Muslim world has enabled him to predict key regional events, offering invaluable insights into their implications for Israel and the wider Middle East.

Beyond his intelligence roles, where he undertook high-risk counter-terrorism assignments, Avi’s most significant contribution lies in his commitment to education. Through ITME, an apolitical, non-partisan institution, he has pioneered an innovative approach to understanding the Middle East. Its core objective is to nurture critical thinking about the region’s past, present, and potential futures. This initiative is a testament to Avi’s belief in the power of knowledge to bridge divides, and his workshops and seminars are acclaimed for fostering nuanced, comprehensive perspectives.

Avi is a prolific author, having penned three essential books on the region. His latest, “Inside the Middle East | Entering a New Era,” is heralded for its multidimensional analysis of the Middle East, challenging Western perceptions while spotlighting Israel’s geostrategic position. Additionally, his newly-released documentary series, “The Seam Line,” خط التماس | Kav Ha Tefer | קו התפר | The Seam Line |Living on The Edge of Eternity, explores the conflict in Jerusalem and over Jerusalem.

Regularly featured in global media outlets from Al-Hurra to USA Today, Avi’s analysis and insights are sought by policymakers, diplomats, and academics alike. As a bridge-builder, his overarching goal is to cultivate understanding among Arabic, English, and Hebrew audiences about the intricate Middle East tapestry. Avi Melamed offers not just expertise, but a chance to gain an unparalleled perspective on a region that continues to shape global geopolitics.

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INTELLIGENCE EXPERIENCES BY AVI MELAMED

The Middle East is a multi-dimensional game of chess.
What happens in one place impacts what happens in another.
And what happens in the Middle East does not stay in the Middle East.

Non-Partisan Intelligence Analysis for MEDIA

Apolitical Educational Methods

“On Capitol Hill, the most difficult thing to earn is trust.
You now have ours, and we are eager to share our support for these programs with others!”

Avi Melamed

~ ITME's Founder & Chief Education Officer ~

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Israel At War – A Pivotal Moment For The Middle East

ISRAEL AT WAR OCTOBER 2023A PIVOTAL MOMENT FOR THE MIDDLE EAST BRIEFING or SERIES ONE SESSION or More ...

Israel’s Northern Front

ISRAEL'S NORTHERN FRONT BRIEFING, SERIES, OR COURSE ONE TO FIVE SESSIONS PRESENTATION + Q &...

Gaza Strip & Israel | What Fuels The Conflict?

THE GAZA STRIP & ISRAEL | What fuels the conflict? What can you do? - Download this Briefing THIS BRIEFING...

How the Middle East Shapes the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT | A VIEW FROM THE REGIONHOW THE MIDDLE EAST SHAPES THE CONFLICT COURSE SIX TO...

Inside The Middle East | Entering A New Era – Briefing Based on Avi’s Newest Book!

BASED ON MY LATEST BOOK | INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST | ENTERING A NEW ERA | BRIEFING, SERIES, OR...

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Build Your Database

The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Build Your Database BRIEFING ONE SESSION PRESENTATION + Q & A...

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Gaza Border | What Drives the Conflict?

GAZA BORDER | WHAT DRIVES THE CONFLICT? WHAT CAN YOU DO? - Download this Tour This OUTDOOR BRIEFING / INTEL-EDVENTURE...

The Gaza Border A Geostrategic Analysis

The Gaza Border | A Geostrategic Analysis The Middle East is a link of chains. What happens in one area, impacts what happens in another. ...

Lebanese Border

THE LEBANESE BORDER This OUTDOOR BRIEFING / INTEL-EDVENTURE takes place in NORTHERN ISRAEL on the ISRAELI-LEBANESE BORDER Number of Locations |...

Golan Heights [ Syrian Border ]

GOLAN HEIGHTS This OUTDOOR BRIEFING / INTEL-EDVENTURE takes place in NORTHERN ISRAEL in the GOLAN HEIGHTS on the ISRAELI-SYRIAN BORDER Number...

Behind The Scenes of the Conflict in the Old City

JERUSALEM & THE ISRAELI-ARAB CONFLICT | BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT IN THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM This INTELL-ITOUR™...

The West Bank Judea & Samaria | Two People, One Land, Many Narratives

THE WEST BANK, JUDEA & SAMARIA | TWO PEOPLE, ONE LAND, MANY NARRATIVES This INTELLI-TOUR takes place in the WEST BANK / JUDEA...

The ABC’s of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict [Jerusalem / Road 6 / Gaza Envelope]

THE ABC'S OF THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT THIS OUTDOOR BRIEFING / INTEL-EDVENTURE CAN TAKE PLACE IN JERUSALEM OR IN THE SHARON AREA ALONG...

Israel’s Northern Front | The Iranian Shi’ite Crescent & Corridor [Lebanese & Syrian Borders]

ISRAEL'S NORTHERN FRONT | THE IRANIAN SHI'ITE CRESCENT & CORRIDOR This INTELLI-TOUR takes place in NORTHERN Israel on the LEBANESE and SYRIAN...

The Anti-Terror Fence [In Jerusalem or along Road 6 in the Sharon Region]

THE ANTI-TERROR FENCE THIS OUTDOOR BRIEFING INTEL-EDVENTURE TAKES PLACE IN JERUSALEM or ALONG ROAD 6 IN THE SHARON REGION Number...

Sinai Border

Egypt and Israel have had a Peace Treaty since 1979, yet ... THIS INTEL-EDVENTURE TAKES PLACE INTHE SOUTH OF ISRAEL - SINAI BORDER...

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إغراق أنفاق غزة بمياه البحر.. هل هو قابل للتطبيق وما هي مخاطره؟ | ALHURRA

Avi Melamed analysis is quoted in “ إغراق أنفاق غزة بمياه البحر.. هل هو قابل للتطبيق وما هي مخاطره؟ ” an article on Al-Hurra...

منطقة حرب “غير معلنة” بالضفة الغربية | ALHURRA

Avi Melamed analysis is quoted in “ منطقة حرب "غير معلنة" بالضفة الغربية ” an article on Al-Hurra - 2023-12-05 |...

Most terrorists freed in political deals resume violence | JNS

Avi Melamed analysis quoted in the article titled "Most terrorists freed in political deals resume violence" written by Amelie Botbol | Originally published in...

الجنود الإسرائيليون الأسرى في غزة يطرحون معضلة على إسرائيل | ALARABIYA

Avi Melamed analysis is quoted in " الجنود الإسرائيليون الأسرى في غزة يطرحون معضلة على إسرائيل " an article in AL ARABIYA - 2023-11-30...

أحياء وأموات.. جنود إسرائيل المحتجزون لدى حماس ورقة ضغط ومعضلة سياسية في معادلة الحرب | EURONEWS

Avi Melamed analysis is quoted in " أحياء وأموات.. جنود إسرائيل المحتجزون لدى حماس ورقة ضغط ومعضلة سياسية في معادلة الحرب " an article...

Prisoners Dilemma: Israel Faces Challenge On Gaza Soldier Hostages | BARRONS

Avi Melamed analysis quoted in the article titled "Prisoners Dilemma: Israel Faces Challenge On Gaza Soldier Hostages" written by Didier Lauras | Originally published...

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