GEOPOLITICAL MIDDLE EAST EXPERT, INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, AUTHOR, EDUCATOR, SPEAKER, FOUNDER - INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST INTELLIGENCE PERSPECTIVES INSTITUTE
Avi Melamed is a distinguished Geopolitical Middle East Expert, Intelligence Analyst, Author, Commentator, Educator, Lecturer, Speaker, and Founder and CEO of Inside the...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore Jordan – a monarchy navigating tradition, modernization, and regional challenges.
SESSION 11 | EDUCATORS | AVI MELAMED
Avi Melamed...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore Syria – Is it Going Towards Stability Or A Salafi-Jihadi State?
PLEASE NOTE: THE NEXT TWO SUNDAYS (13 AND 20)...
Understanding the attack on israel from lebanon | Avi Melamed joins ABC Australia.
Guest:Avi Melamed, Israeli author, educator, and independent Middle East strategic intelligence analyst
https://youtu.be/PccKOQ_M22I
(00:00)...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore the struggle for sovereignty in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon and their ongoing battles for stability and self-determination.
PLEASE NOTE: This...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore the diversity and ideological conflicts within Israeli society and their implications for Israel’s future.
https://insidethemiddle-east.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/S8_GMT20250323-170242_Recording.cutfile.20250324155304391.transcript.vtt
https://youtu.be/rdeYsmLJdmU
SESSION 8 | EDUCATORS...
Netanyahu says new Israeli airstrikes on Gaza "only the beginning" | Avi Melamed analysis for Redmond Shannon | Global News Canada.
Israel has launched a...
Israel resumes strikes in Gaza as Netanyahu battles for survival | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Ishaan Tharoor for The Washington...
Israel-Hamas ceasefire in limbo: What comes next? | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson (Anchor), STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS.
https://youtu.be/T2BaMe_WSgQ
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in a sort...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore the interplay of powers in Israel and the Middle East with the Palestinian struggle for identity, power, and direction.
https://insidethemiddle-east.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/S7_GMT20250316-165941_Recording.cutfile.20250321125044016.transcript.vtt
https://youtu.be/SQpeoowTW0I
SESSION...
The ITME Fellowship is an unparalleled, immersive, and interactive educational experience designed to equip motivated and passionate students with the knowledge, tools, and resources...
Donald Trump's Golf Course Wrecked by Pro-Palestine Protesters | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore how the Middle East geopolitics impact the past, present, and future trajectory of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
https://insidethemiddle-east.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/S6_GMT20250309-163735_Recording.transcript.vtt
https://youtu.be/spO4m9p6E1w
SESSION 6 |...
ITME FELLOWSHIP | VOICES FROM THE MIDDLE EAST ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST
ITME’s newest initiative, VOICES FROM THE MIDDLE EAST ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST, is an international...
Overview
As you know, there is no regular Fellowship session this week because Avi will be giving a Briefing that morning in Long Beach, California.
Instead, we are...
> Sources on Middle Eastern Politics <
Iran International
Iran International (Persian: ایران اینترنشنال, romanized: Irân Enternešenâl) is a Persian-language satellite television channel and multilingual digital...
What's behind Israeli, US silence on Lebanon blocking Iranian flights delivering cash to Hezbollah? | An article and Podcast by Michael Lipin for VOA...
Saudi, Arab allies struggle to deal with Trump’s disruptions | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Jacob Wirtschafter and Waseem Abu Mahadi for The Washington...
Killed by 'bare hands': Baby hostages fate stirs anger amid fragile ceasefire | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by Chris Kenning, Originally...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore Iran’s journey from the 1979 Islamic Revolution to its quest for regional dominance and where it stands now domestically...
> Arabic Sources on Middle Eastern Politics <
Al-Monitor
Al-Monitor is an award-winning media service founded in 2012 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Jamal Daniel....
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore Turkey’s historical legacy and how Erdoğan’s policies are reshaping its role in the Middle East and beyond.
https://insidethemiddle-east.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/S4_GMT20250216-180358_Recording.transcript.vtt
https://youtu.be/o1CfmR1HGFU
SESSION 4 ...
MASS EXODUS Israeli military draws up plans to relocate Palestinians after Trump scheme to turn Gaza into ‘Middle East Riviera’ | Ex-Israeli intelligence official...
Trump's Gaza 'takeover' rankles America First conservatives, allies suggest negotiator-in-chief is at work | FOX NEWS | Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence quoted...
Netanyahu gives Trump a golden pager, reminiscent of covert Israeli operation | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson (Anchor), STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS.
Despite...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore the transition from the Ottoman Empire to the complex statehood and nationalism dynamics in the Middle East through the...
> Arabic Sources on Middle Eastern Politics <
For those looking to explore Middle Eastern politics through Arabic-language sources, here are some of...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore the transition from the Ottoman Empire to the complex statehood and nationalism dynamics in the Middle East through the...
The ITME Fellowship is an unparalleled, immersive, and interactive educational experience designed to equip motivated and passionate students with the knowledge, tools, and resources...
SAID ABAHIG
Bahij resides in Washington, D.C where he is currently a triple major studying Arabic, Persian, and International Affairs. In his free time he...
Why the Israel-Gaza ceasefire may be doomed | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson (Anchor, Reporter), STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS.
https://youtu.be/cOby2uLao7o
The Israel–Hamas ceasefire in Gaza went...
Overview
In this session, we will learn about the significant cultural, religious, and political factors that have shaped the region. We will understand the geostrategic...
Trump inherits fragile Gaza ceasefire | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by Brad Dress, originally published in The Hill |
Avi Melamed, a...
Cease-fire deal or not, Israel’s Hamas problem probably isn’t going away | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Jake Epstein for BUSINESS INSIDER.
"Hamas is not...
The three phases of the Israel-Gaza ceasefire | Avi Melamed joins ABC Australia Podcast, Radio National Breakfast hosted by Sally Sara.
Qatar's prime minister...
Ex-Israeli Intelligence Official Visiting West Hartford on Speaking Tour | An article by West Harftford News about our latest initiative (ITME)-ON-THE-ROAD-360 speaking tour, Originally...
Is the new leader in Syria more pragmatic than fanatic? | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
https://youtu.be/JmxRnTgyDvo
The Baathist regime ruled Syria...
Exempting Palestinians from accountability perpetuates a hopeless future | Avi Melamed special to the USA TODAY Network | This article has already published in...
By refusing to hold Hamas accountable, Western observers perpetuate despair for Palestinians and Israelis | an article by Avi Melamed published in The Jewish News Syndicate |...
Assad ouster in Syria will have ‘ripple effects’ in Iran, Russia | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
https://youtu.be/uinPkmvRMRo
The Assad regime in Syria...
After Hezbollah ceasefire, will Israel's contest with Iran move to Syria? | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Negar Mojtahedi, Canadian Iranian journalist and documentary...
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire cause for celebration, but situation ‘highly fragile’: Experts | Avi Melamed analysis is quoted by Jennifer Bell in an article in AL...
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire : Ex-Israeli intelligence official warns of renewed war if Hezbollah rebuild strength | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Sunita Iyer in this...
Ceasefire will test Lebanon's ability to regain control from Hezbollah, analyst says | Avi Melamed quoted By Kathleen Magramo for CNN.
“Looking ahead, the challenge...
Could Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon bring lasting peace? | Avi Melamed quoted Dwight Widaman, in the article For Metro Voice. November 26, 2024
This story...
Trump 2.0 could be very different for Israel and its wars | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson for STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
https://youtu.be/q222EA7pI7k
Israel Prime...
Scale of Israeli Hit Against Iran Underplayed | NTD NEWS with Geopolitical Analyst Avi Melamed | NTD NEWS TODAY - November 3, 2024.
https://youtu.be/A-8xcBIhgUY
Scale...
Israel killed Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar. Now what? | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson for STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
https://youtu.be/TlWU75ap_qo
Israel killed Hamas Leader...
Mideast Fighting Continues - Israel Weighs Retaliation | BLOOMBERG TV with Geopolitical Analyst Avi Melamed | October 18, 2024.
Israel says it intercepted most rockets...
How will Sinwar's death impact ongoing conflict | CTV CANADA invited Geopolitical Analyst and Middle East expert Avi Melamed | 2024 10 18
https://youtu.be/k9wyxKZDYBU
How...
Homes, schools demolished as Israel attacks Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon, Originally published in...
What's Next For Gaza? Avi Melamed, Former Israeli Intelligence Official | Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official and senior adviser on Arab affairs...
Israel says it killed Hamas leader and October 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Jake Epstein for BUSINESS INSIDER.
Avi Melamed,...
Death of Sinwar _ What's next ? | Avi Melamed interviewed by DW - DEUTSCHE WELLE
https://youtu.be/abohc465bz4
Avi Melamed’s Background: Avi Melamed is a former Israeli...
US soldiers arrive in Israel to help thwart Iran missile attacks | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon, Originally published...
UN - Israel Vs Lebanon Vs Hezbollah | NDTV NEWS debate with Geopolitical Analyst Avi Melamed | October 11, 2024.
https://youtu.be/7FMoeBV8IBU
Background to the...
Israeli ex-intelligence official reveals IDF's next move to strike back at Iran | In this in-depth interview for the SUN UK, Ex-Israeli intelligence official...
Israel Response To Iran Missile attack | NTD NEWS with Geopolitical Analyst Avi Melamed | NTD NEWS TODAY - October 2, 2024.
https://youtu.be/nhmvHOZLBZc
NTD spoke...
Israel’s response to Iran will be ‘robust, painful’ | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson for STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
“The Iranians shot the 200...
Israel vows 'to target Iran's oil within days in revenge for missile barrage' as Tehran threatens to strike the entire infrastructure of Netanyahu's 'insane...
Iran’s Missile Strike Was Yet Another Strategic Blunder | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in the article by Marc Champion for BLOOMBERG.
Israel has no choice...
Iran’s strategic dilemma after Israeli strikes on Hezbollah | Avi Melamed quoted in this article by Yaakov Lappin in The Jewish News Syndicate
Regional...
Baltimore congregation hosts panel discussions, experts on Israel-Palestine conflict | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by Miana Massey, Originally published in...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in "Israeli military hawks cockahoop as Nasrallah’s death confirmed" , an article by Paul Nuki for The Telegraph.
Israel’s strike on...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Were Israel’s hawks right all along?", an article by Paul Nuki for The Telegraph.
Israel’s strike on Hezbollah’s nerve centre...
Hezbollah chief Nasrallah confirmed dead in Israeli airstrike; risk of wider war grows in Mideast | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ben Wolfgang for...
LISTEN: An inside lookat Israel’s exploding pager operation | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ben Wolfgang for The Washington Times.
former Israeli intelligence official Avi...
Avi Melamed on Where Things Stand in the Middle East | An article by Manish Rai about our latest initiative (ITME)-ON-THE-ROAD-360 speaking tour, Originally...
‘Cease-Fire be Damned’: Israel Expands War into Lebanon | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in the article by Mac William Bishop for Rolling Stones.
“In just...
Avi Melamed quoted by Rebecca Robinson in the article For Daily Express US, "UN chief warns Lebanon could become 'another Gaza' amid escalating Israel...
Israelis Fear Attack From Restive West Bank Will Spark Wider War | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in the article by Ethan Bronner for BLOOMBERG.
“This...
Lebanon Could Transform Into 'Another Gaza,' UN Chief Warns | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Rachel Dobkin Weekend Reporter for NEWSWEEK
Meanwhile,...
The Hezbollah pager attacks reveal a textbook covert operation, ex-spies say | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Jake Epstein for BUSINESS INSIDER.
"We are looking...
Second Hezbollah Commander Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Beirut | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter...
UNLEASHING HELL Israel will obliterate Lebanon – Hezbollah stronghold will be no-go death zone with NOTHING left standing, ex-spy warns | Avi Melamed quoted...
Will Israel Invades Lebanon | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for NEWSWEEK
"Israel has signaled that...
Hezbollah faces armed rebellion in Lebanon after pager attack | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Charlie Bradley for the Express UK.
But Avi Melamed, a...
Batteries in walkie-talkie bombs had been laced with highly explosive compound that is almost impossible to detect, Lebanese sources reveal | Avi Melamed's insights...
Israel wipes out 'entire senior command' of Hezbollah special forces in airstrike| Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Alex Shipman for the DAILY EXPRESS US.
Former...
Iran President Promises 'Retribution' Against Israel After Pager Attacks| Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for...
Avi Melamed quoted by Rebecca Robinson in the article For Daily Express US, "Iranian president issues horrifying warning of 'retribution' after pager explosions".
source article...
Supply chain mystery surrounds how Hezbollah’s pagers and walkie-talkies were turned into miniature bombs | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Christiaan...
Inside Israel's Trojan Horse pager attack: How explosives were secretly planted in Hezbollah gadgets in meticulously-planned 'Mossad op' as murky trail emerges from Taiwan...
Israel Hezbollah all-out war closest since October after massive pager attack | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Thomas Helm & Holly...
Hundreds of pagers explode in Lebanon, injuring Hezbollah members | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Samuel Clench for News Australia.
“In one sweeping attack, with...
Israel sets new war goal, adding to signs of escalation with Hezbollah | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Chantal Da Silva Middle East correspondent...
Secrecy is the cornerstone of Hezbollah’s military strategy. Deadly pager blasts expose a key weakness | Avi Melamed quoted By Tara John, Tamara Qiblawi, Oren Liebermann,...
La Explosión De Bíperes En Líbano, Probable Resultado De Una Infiltración Israelí En La Logística Del Hezbolá by Daphné Benoit | Originally published in...
THE ROAD TO ITME-ON-THE-ROAD-360!
In May 2023, we launched ITME-ON-THE-ROAD, a partnership with the JCC Association of North America, and in February 2024, we launched...
Israel establishing infrastructure for long-term military presence in Gaza, satellite images suggest | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Alistair Bunkall Middle East correspondent for...
THE PRIMER
The format is the following:
We Screen Episode 1
Episode 1 The Edge of Eternity
Avi makes introductory remarks
We Screen Another Episode
Episode 2 Existence | Coexistence
or
Episode...
INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST |NAVIGATING THROUGH THE STORM TO THE HORIZON'S EDGE
How Did We Get Here?
Where Are We Going?
Arab World's Perspectives on The War
The...
Israel assaults West Bank; rescued hostage talks of fellow captive dying | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon, Originally published...
Arab world ‘mocking’ Hezbollah after Israel strikes | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ryan Robertson for STRAIGHT ARROW NEWS
The Israel Defense Force delivered its...
The Israel-Hezbollah escalation has arrived. What next for the Middle East? | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Chantal Da Silva Middle East correspondent for...
The pressing question is not whether a direct Iranian or Iran-supported militia response is imminent, but rather what its nature and consequences will be. The Hezbollah attack that resulted in the killing of Druze children in Majdal Shams on July 27 has sparked an escalation dynamic, disrupting the strategic landscape and bringing the region to the brink of a multi-front violent conflagration.
COMMENTS & FEEDBACK
ITME's unique educational approach enhances understanding and engagement and equips diverse community members and leaders—from high school students to religious and civic...
Small Sample of Feedback from Previous North American Tours
“I wanted to share my very positive experience with Avi Melamed. I saw him speak for the first...
Avi Melamed's interview with Joel Pollack | SIRIUS XM Patriot | 2024-07-08
SiriusXM Patriot
Conservative talk
Channel 125SiriusXM Patriot is your home for comprehensive conservative viewpoints, hard-hitting...
Ex-Israeli Intelligence Official on Gaza | Avi Melamed joins 77 WABC’s James Flippin 2024-07-10
(Tel Aviv) – Avi Melamed is an author and ex-Israeli intelligence...
Hezbollah No Longer Designated Terrorist Group by Arab League | Avi Melamed article for SDAFA - Strategy, Defence and Foreign Affairs
3-minute read
The Situation
Members of...
EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION by ITME | Inside The Middle East | Intelligence Perspectives
ITME is able to customize its program to audiences from High School students...
Session Six | THE MIDDLE EAST ENTERING A NEW ERA
https://youtu.be/OSIc0BV9lgQ
Session Agenda
Summary | Where We Left Off
Gaza – SHORT introduction
How Did We Get...
Session Five | ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR | CONTEXT & REGIONAL PERSPECTIVES
https://youtu.be/N85ziFitmZ0
Session Agenda
Summary | Where We Left Off
Gaza – SHORT introduction
How Did We Get...
US concerned conflict on Israel's northern border could inflame region after increased Hezbollah aggression | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by...
Hezbollah issues terrifying warning as it threatens to unleash hell on European country | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Alice Scarsi, World News Reporter...
Netanyahu's Decision Time for Gaza Is Fast Approaching | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in the article by Marc Champion for BLOOMBERG.
Both, according to Avi...
Session Four | THE PAST IS PRESENT - ARAB, IRAN, TURKEY POWER STRUGGLE
https://youtu.be/7BgFmbf-oN0
Session Agenda
Summary | Where We Left Off
The Sunni-Shi'ite Split
Ancient Arab, Persian, Turkish...
Hezbollah campaign against Israel 'could trigger' devastating all-out Middle East war | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Aurora Bosotti for the Express UK.
EXCLUSIVE: Tensions...
Israelis Find Respite in Rescue But War’s Challenges Endure | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in the article by Ethan Bronner for BLOOMBERG.
“Victory will only...
Inside The Middle East | The Primer, a one-hour educational video designed to provide a Western audience with an understanding of the underlying factors...
Israel calls Gaza cease-fire a ‘nonstarter,’ undermining Biden’s proposal | FOX NEWS | Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official joined LiveNOW from FOX's...
Session Three | ISLAM IS THE SOLUTION - THE RISE OF MILITANT ISLAM
https://youtu.be/GTS0Z_18I2E
Session Agenda
Summary | Where We Left Off…
Introduction | Islam & the Features...
Israel Advances Offensive in Rafah Despite Rising International Pressure | Find Avi Melamed's insights quoted by Keren Setton in this article for the THE...
Session Two | STATEHOOD & NATIONALISM IN THE MIDDLE EAST IN THE 20TH CENTURY
https://youtu.be/dmdUZh84204
Session Agenda
Where We Left Off…. The End Of The Turkish Ottoman...
Are Israeli-Egyptian relations in crisis? | Interview of Avi Melamed on Kan English by Mark Weiss.
The operation in Rafah has produced tension with Egypt,...
https://youtu.be/XQeW_QvBD-I
Session Agenda
Introduction To The Middle East Pre-Islam Middle East Geostrategic LandscapeCulture & Religion - Components of IdentityMiddle East Ethnic Distribution
The Rise of Islam &...
Hamas says it accepts cease-fire proposal; Israel approves Rafah invasion | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon Joey Garrison, Originally...
Biden and Netanyahu’s fraught relationship hits new low after U.S. pauses weapons shipment | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Natasha Turak...
Biden’s risky bet: Withholding weapons from Israel threatens more than military outcomes | Avi Melamed special to the USA TODAY Network | This article...
Israel's security minister: Hamas loves Biden | FOX NEWS | Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official joined LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow to...
Israel has taken a 'very significant step' towards goal of destroying Hamas with Rafah crossing seizure | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article...
'I love Gaza' sign is crushed under armoured vehicle as Israel takes control of Rafah crossing in 'death sentence for Gazans' after Netanyahu rejects...
For warriors, Israel-Hamas clash provides case study for 21st-century urban battles | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Ben Wolfgang for The Washington Times -...
Hamas says it accepts cease-fire proposal from Egypt, Qatar: Live updates | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon, Originally published...
Absolving Palestinians and their leadership from accountability plays into the hands of Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the Iranian regime, all of whom seek to perpetuate and escalate the conflict
Where Is Rafah? Map Shows Israel's Next Attack | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Natalie Venegas for NEWSWEEK.
However, former Israeli Intelligence...
‘Toys Our Children Play With’: Iran Foreign Minister Appears To Mock Israel, Downplays Isfahan Drone Attack | Avi Melamed quoted by Shankhyaneel Sarkar for...
Israel sending 'strong message' to Iran that nuclear facilities 'within range' of missiles | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Aurora Bosotti for the Express...
Israel 'ABORTS plan to carry out retaliatory strike on Iran' : Netanyahu 'decided not to proceed following discussion with Joe Biden' | Avi Melamed's...
Israel's war cabinet considers whether to 'go big' against Iran - despite WW3 fears: Ministers discuss airstrikes and pressure Netanyahu to launch 'crushing attack'...
Regional tensions escalate as Iran threatens reprisals over Israeli strike on embassy | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by THE ECONOMIC TIMES...
CBC News Network speaks with military analyst Avi Melamed to mark 6 months since October 7 | April 12, 2024
https://youtu.be/PjyrZUf6RLg
CBC News Network speaks with...
With Iranian Threats Looming, US Warning Could Prevent Escalation: Expert | Stefania Cox speaks with Avi Melamed | April 11, 2024 NTD News.
Avi Melamed,...
What US government insiders and Israeli officials really think of Netanyahu | Avi Melamed's Insights quoted Andrew Feinberg and Bel Trew in their article...
Hamas Leader Killed During Hospital Raid - Evening Edition | FOX NEWS' Eben Brown speaks with Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official, advisor...
Hamas on brink of collapse as chief's attack proves clear Israeli spy 'penetration' | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Aurora Bosotti for the Express...
Foreign Interference, Much? Chuck Schumer Calls for New Elections in Israel | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Rebecca Downs for TOWNHALL.
Netanyahu...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “2015, Anyone? Biden Administration's Efforts Against Netanyahu Looked Doomed to Fail", an article by Rebecca Downs for TOWNHALL.
Just as...
As Gaza war hits 5 months, humanitarian crisis rages as bombardment continues | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon, Originally...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hamas on collision course with Hezbollah as Iran seeks to protect 'most valuable proxy", an article by Aurora Bosotti...
War in Israel’s North? Hezbollah, Iran, and the Ring of Fire | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Eve Barlow for HONEST REPORTING.
Someone...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hamas call to activate Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' a sign terror group 'growing desperate", an article by Aurora Bosotti...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Netanyahu’s ‘Day After’ Memo Isn’t a Plan, But It’s a Start", an article by Marc Champion for BLOOMBERG.
According to...
Hamas 'softening' demands amid negotiations | Former Israeli intelligence official, Avi Melamed spoke with LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow on the Israeli offensive. |...
Former IDF intelligence official visiting St. Louis to talk next stages in Israel-Hamas war | Article by Jordan Palmer, Chief Digital Content Officer for...
IDF expanding fight farther into southern Gaza city of Rafah. Former Israeli intelligence official, Avi Melamed spoke with LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow on...
Netanyahu calls Hamas peace offer 'delusional'; Blinken sees 'space' for deal | Avi Melamed's insights quoted in this article by John Bacon Jorge L....
Hamas Instagram post indicates fracture in resolve and its unwillingness to compromise | An article by Avi Melamed Originally published in USA Today.
This...
Iran threatens US after attack on soldiers | Avi Melamed Interview for LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow | January 31, 2024.
https://youtu.be/AszmZcJgA5k
Iran threatens US after...
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...
Israel IDF raid inside a West Bank hospital | Avi Melamed's Insights for Today Show | NBC News | January 31 2024
https://youtu.be/secs0xJGp1A
Israel IDF raid...
Israel at war Day 107 | 2024-01-21 | Analysis by Avi Melamed on I24 News Expert Panel - in courtesy of i24NEWS.
https://youtu.be/pdsKsuA2VV0
Israel at war...
Avi Melamed quoted in this article by Gabrielle Marabut, ''Iran Warns of Retaliation Following Alleged Israeli Strike in Syria'' | as Originally published in The...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Middle East Update: Iran's Ominous Warning Over Alleged Israeli Strike", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for...
Iran in mad scramble to 'de-escalate' Pakistan crisis to avoid direct enemy attacks | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in this article by Aurora Bosotti...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Saving Gaza Means Pressing Iran as Well as Israel", an article by Marc Champion for BLOOMBERG.
“One Iranian proxy holds Israeli hostages,...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Moscow's Joy over Houthi Strikes Short-Lived as Russian Oil Tanker Targeted", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter...
Joe Biden's Red Sea Problem Is Getting Worse | Avi Melamed’s insights quoted by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for NEWSWEEK.
"Maersk's decision to halt...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hamas Leader Assassination 'Moment of Shame' for Hezbollah—Ex-Israel Spy", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for NEWSWEEK.
Regional...
CBC News Network's Andrew Nichols speaks with former Israeli intelligence official Avi Melamed | January 3 2024
https://youtu.be/Hs9DIRiV5dk
CBC News Network's Andrew Nichols speaks with former...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Middle East analyst: Coalition aside, U.S. needs to become more assertive against Houthis", an article by Parrish Alford for...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israel suspected as drone strike kills senior Hamas officials in Beirut", an article by Mike Glenn for The Washington...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Iran General Vows 'Revenge' for Commander Amid 'Death to America' Chants", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter...
FIDF Appreciation Brunch Held in Middlesex County | Article by Deborah Melman for the JEWISH LINK | December 21, 2023
FIDF Appreciation Brunch Held in...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israel's Netanyahu on Collision Course With Joe Biden", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for NEWSWEEK.
"The Biden...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israel Attacked by Neighbor Amid Joe Biden's Warning to Netanyahu", an article by Brendan Cole Senior News Reporter for...
Avi Melamed analysis quoted in the article titled "Most terrorists freed in political deals resume violence" written by Amelie Botbol | Originally published in...
Avi Melamed analysis quoted in the article titled "Prisoners Dilemma: Israel Faces Challenge On Gaza Soldier Hostages" written by Didier Lauras | Originally published...
55 Days into the Israel Hamas War | Analysis by Former Intelligence Official Avi Melamed | November 29, 2023
https://youtu.be/041Lw6EF7ZA
55 Days into the Israel Hamas...
Hamas is running out the clock as a last resort | Hostage Deal | Avi Melamed joins CTV Canada November 26, 2023.
https://youtu.be/Oc23tTn4kO0
RAFAH, Gaza Strip...
Avi Melamed ’s article titled “Reclaiming America's leadership in the Middle East | Biden's success and the danger of its erosion” is recommended in...
Avi Melamed joins CTV Canada | On Day One of Gaza ceasefire, Hamas and Israel carry out first swap of hostages and prisoners.
https://youtu.be/YuPnhzs1bt0
RAFAH, Gaza...
Avi Melamed's insights quoted in "Israel announces cease-fire deal with Hamas; release of dozens of hostages imminent: Updates" |an article written by John Bacon...
A month of Palestine-Israel war has changed everything. | An article quoting Avi Melamed insights, "khmertimeskh.com" first published in New Straits Times, sourced from...
" Israeli soldiers surround Hamas ‘mastermind’ in Gaza City '' | Avi Melamed on SKY NEWS Global Affairs
https://youtu.be/bUkLKnj_Ekg
Former Israeli intelligence officer Avi Melamed discusses...
30 Days into the Israel Hamas War | Analysis by Former Intelligence Official Avi Melamed | November 7, 2023
https://youtu.be/ugYITSY1oyc
30 Days into the Israel Hamas...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hamas antitank strikes show depth of ‘powerful’ arsenal facing Israel", an article by William Booth, Judith Sudilovsky, Ellen Nakashima...
Who is the Hamas Leader, Yahya Sinwar? | Avi Melamed analysis on CNN News - Bulgaria | 2023-11-09.
https://youtu.be/4hFJExGB1MQ
Who is the Hamas Leader, Yahya Sinwar?...
Avi Melamed quoted in this article by Aliki Kraterou "MASS EXODUS Israel hints war entering final phase with ‘Hamas leader TRAPPED and tunnels being...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Border strikes fuel Hezbollah-Israel tensions as Gaza incursion deepens", an article by Ben Wolfgang for the WASHINGTON TIMES.
“In raising...
Avi Melamed’s insights about “Israel concentrates 'massive' force as it encircles Gaza city" were quoted in this article by Ismaeel Naar for The National...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hezbollah Chief's Anticlimactic Speech Leaves Supporters in Limbo", an article by Larry Lee for The BUSINESS TIMES.
Avi Melamed, a...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Disappointment in West Bank: Nasrallah’s Speech Falls Flat", an article by BNN - BREAKING NEWS NETWORK.
While Nasrallah’s remarks...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah 'Failed to Deliver' for Palestinians", an article by Jason Lemon for NEWSWEEK.
Avi Melamed, a former...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israel’s Gaza Siege Will Contend With People, Tunnels, Politics — and Time", an article by Marc Champion for BLOOMBERG.
Melamed...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza as invasion expands, risks multiply", an article by Loveday Morris for the WASHINGTON...
Avi Melamed at Kibbutz Dafna on Israel's Northern Border, October 30, 2023 | War Briefing Tour Sponsored by the Jerusalem Press Club and Media Central.
Mieux comprendre les tunnels du HAMAS sous l'HOPITAL SHIFA | Avi Melamed sur I24 News - 2.11.2023" in courtesy of i24NEWS
hamasattack #israel #gaza
https://youtu.be/En_7gfWBRfU
Mieux comprendre...
Former Israeli intelligence officer, Avi Melamed joined TORONTO Sun Canada | Israel's War on Terror: Ep4 Hamas' 'tactical advantage' could mean its destruction.
https://youtu.be/m0QKqYe8FKc
In episode...
Former Israeli intelligence officer, Avi Melamed joined TORONTO Sun political columnist Brian Lilley to provide insights on the war with Hamas - October 31,...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “In northern Israel, farmers struggle on in fear of Hezbollah attack", an article on FRANCE 24 (by AFP).
Images taken...
Avi Melamed interview for THE SLOW NEWSCAST - "The shadow, Hamas's hidden commander" | 2023-10-31
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4VMLnaDtd91wBQ3gsZpyLm
Mohammed Deif – thought to be the mastermind behind Hamas’...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Israel intensifies Gaza assault and severs communications across territory", an article by Julian Borger in Ashkelon, Rory Carroll and...
Israel-Hamas conflict: Netanyahu gears up for Gaza ground offensive amid political pressures | Avi Melamed analysis for Redmond Shannon | Europe Correspondent - Global News Canada
#GlobalNational#GlobalNews
https://youtu.be/8bwd91ME5wY
Israel-Hamas conflict:...
Hamas, Jihad Islamique, Hezbollah - Le sommet des proxy Iranien à Beyrouth | Avi Melamed sur I24 News - 25.10.2023" in courtesy of i24NEWS
hamasattack...
Avi Melamed insights quoted in the article by Robert Wagner for the FRANKFURTER RUNDSCHAU, "Irans Kalkül im Israel-Krieg: Mullah-Regime will weder Konfrontation noch Rückzug."
Der...
Middle East expert reveals Hamas’ ‘tactic’ after releasing two further hostages | Avi Melamed on SKY NEWS First Edition |
https://youtu.be/v3C5HqWCOZA
Former Israeli Intelligence Officer...
Hamas is the ‘twin brother of ISIS’ with Former intelligence official Avi Melamed on Times Radio
“A terror organisation is kidnapping babies and kids and...
Israel–Hamas War Analysis Qatar’s Hamas Office, ‘Realpolitik’ in Spotlight | By Kevin Hogan with Avi Melamed | October 23, 2023 NTD Good Morning.
https://youtu.be/cu69j-cVSww
NTD...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Opposition to Netanyahu grows amid Israel’s deadly Gaza onslaught", an article by Ethan Bronner for PRESS TV - IRAN.
Press...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Hostages and Hezbollah Force Israel to Rethink Gaza Ground War", an article by Ethan Bronner for BLOOMBERG.
It all points...
Avi Melamed insights quoted in the article by Gözen Esmer for the AYDINLIK, TURKEY, "İsrail yönetiminde çatlak mı var? Netanyahu'yla ordu arasında kriz iddiası."
İsrail'de...
Avi Melamed insights quoted in the HAKKARI OBJEKTIF HABER, TURKEY, "Netanyahu ile ordu arasında kriz iddiası."
İsrail Başbakanı Binyamin Netanyahu'nun mevcut gelişmeler ışığında ülkeye liderlik...
Avi Melamed insights quoted in this for the TELEGRAM - CROATIA, "Hoće li Iran napasti Izrael? Insajderi bliski vrhu islamskog režima: 'Teheran je gurnut...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Netanyahu told to ‘quit now’ as ex-leaders pin blame on dysfunctional government", an article by Ruth Michaelson in Jerusalem...
Avi Melamed’s insights were quoted in this article بين التهديد والتهدئة.. لماذا يتأرجح موقف إيران بشأن الحرب في غزة؟ | HAYAT WASHINGTON
وقال آفي ميلاميد...
Avi Melamed’s insights were quoted in this article “جنرالات الاحتلال يرفعون الكارت الأحمر في وجه نتنياهو.. وطوفان الأقصى «أشد ضربه تتلقاها إسرائيل منذ قيامها»"...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Ex-Israeli leaders urge Netanyahu to step down", an article by John Paul Cordina for the NEWSBOOK MALTA.
The Observer also...
L'Iran et le Hezbollah pendront t'ils le risque d'embraser le nord d'Israël | Avi Melamed on I24 - 22.10.2023" in courtesy of i24NEWS
https://youtu.be/BFREkpQGaQ8
L'Iran et...
Avi Melamed’s insights were quoted in this article “Israeli Analytic Blames Palestinian for Misfired Rocket - Deadly Gaza Hospital Blast" by Svetlana Ekimenko for...
La Guerre Larvée s'intensifie sur le Front Nord avec le Hezbollah | Avi Melamed sur I24 News - 19.10.2023" in courtesy of i24NEWS
hamasattack #israel...
Avi Melamed’s insights about “Biden’s hope for alternatives fade as Israel appears to signal Gaza invasion" were quoted in this article by Julian Borger...
Avi Melamed’s insights quoted in “Ovo je najtraženiji čovjek na svijetu- Krije se 30 godina", an article for BN News BOSNIA.
Organizator napada na Izrael...
Avi Melamed’s insights about “Israel set on destroying Hamas despite risks to hostages?" were quoted in this article by Anjana Sankar for The National...
There needs to be a thorough investigation into why the intelligence lapse happened. Eliminating Hamas and Islamic jihad military capacity could provide not only...
Avi Melamed analysis quoted in "Hezbollah Hypes 'Vision and Plan' for Hamas-Israel War" | An article by Jason Lemon as Originally published in NEWSWEEK...
Avi Melamed’s insights about "Who is the elusive Hamas military commander behind the attack on Israel" were quoted in this article by Fatima Al-Kassab...
Israel retake control around #Gaza | Israel at war | SCRIPPS NEWS Morning Rush with Avi Melamed.
https://youtu.be/JmlFDfDSEvM
Israel retake control around #Gaza | Israel at...
Eliminating Hamas and Islamic jihad military capacity could provide not only Israelis but also Palestinians with a better future ... There's needs to be...
Avi Melamed’s Insights about "Netanyahu close to announcing Israel emergency government" were quoted in this article by Ismaeel Naar and Thomas Helm.
Read the article...
ISRAEL'S NORTHERN FRONT | THE IRANIAN CORRIDOR & THE SHI'ITE CRESCENT
What is the Shi'ite Crescent?
What is the Iranian Corridor?
What Threat Does it Hold for...
Israel's Netanyahu Threatens To Turn Gaza Into "Deserted Island" | Avi Melamed analysis for GLOBAL NATIONAL (starts at 14:35)
1.1M views Premiered Oct 9, 2023...
Avi Melamed’s insights about "Audacious Hamas attack is a pivotal moment for Israel" were quoted in this article by Andrew England for the FINANCIAL...
THE GAZA STRIP & ISRAEL | What fuels the conflict? What can you do?
Background on Gaza
Milestones in the Conflict
How do domestic and regional events...
Hamas raids Israel - Avi Melamed Analysis for 7News Sunrise Australia | Israel’s military responded by launching airstrikes on what it said were Hamas...
We’re pleased to share that The National’s “Beyond the Headlines - How a Saudi-Israeli agreement could transform the region" podcast which includes quotes from...
HOW THE MIDDLE EAST SHAPES THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT | A VIEW FROM THE REGION
Build The Database
Seeds of the Conflict
Struggle for Identity, Path, and Direction...
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Build Your Database
Milestones in the Zionist Arena
Milestones in the Palestinian Arena
From the Arab-Israeli Conflict to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Build your Lexicon
Depart...
BEHIND THE HEADLINES & BEYOND THE HEADLINES
Avi Melamed’s BEYOND THE HEADLINES is more than just a briefing. It’s an opportunity to delve deeper into...
Normalization, Peace & Israel's Geostrategic Environment | The Road to The Abraham Accords & The Path Ahead
The reasons behind the evolving rapprochement.
How the agreements...
Avi Melamed analysis quoted in, "Abraham Accords | Marking the third anniversary of the historic agreement":
" We are celebrating the third anniversary of the...
Avi Melamed analysis is quoted in, "Abraham Accords anniversary UAE-Israel mark most ‘significant’ year yet" an article by Jennifer Bell | Full article originally...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on "Lybian FM suspended after meeting Israeli counterpart" | August 2023
https://youtu.be/GM8rQtCnB8o
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on "Abbas to meet Egypt, Jordan amid US - Saudi Talks | August 2023
https://youtu.be/JQxASJoVr6A
Avi Melamed for I24...
Biden - Bin Salman - Netanyahu | Saudi-Israeli normalization between common interests & hidden intentions | Interview of Avi Melamed for Makan-News | August...
Avi Melamed Special for the USA TODAY Network | "Spiderwebs and an injured tiger: Is Hezbollah misreading Israel again?", as Originally published in USA-Today...
Special Briefing Event For the United Jewish Federation of Utah.
Thank you to our sponsors: Harriet & Jimmy Berg, Sherri & Marty Zigman, John Davis &...
Interview of Avi Melamed on The Israel Connexion Podcast based in Australia | discussing our latest docuseries about Jerusalem, The Seam Line
https://omny.fm/shows/israel-connexion/avi-melamed-the-seam-line
Avi Melamed...
THE ROAD TO ITME-ON-THE-ROAD-360!
In May 2023, we launched ITME-ON-THE-ROAD, a partnership with the JCC Association of North America, and in February 2024, we launched...
"Jerusalem bridge-builder revisits intifada hot spots for new streaming series" Article by Mike Wagenheim about our latest Docuseries The SEAM LINE with Avi MelamedFull...
"Jerusalem bridge-builder revisits intifada hot spots for new streaming series" Article by Mike Wagenheim about our latest Docuseries The SEAM LINE with Avi MelamedFull...
Interview of Avi Melamed on Kan English based in Israel | "Do extremist Jewish settlers deserve the label "nationalist terrorists?"
https://omny.fm/shows/kan-english-podcast/do-extremist-jewish-settlers-deserve-the-label-nat#description
Avi Melamed, an Israeli expert...
Article by GREER FAY CASHMAN about the "Movers and shakers in Israeli society," including Avi Melamed’s docuseries on Jerusalem, The Seam Line.Full article here...
"Hezbollah’s drills convey a deadly message | Military drills by Hezbollah are Iran’s warning to Israel, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia," article by Avi Melamed...
"In First original series, "Izzy Stream" plumbs Jerusalem’s depths" | Article by Jessica-steinberg about the The Seam-Line, a five-part educational show about the politics...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on Israel normalization discussed in MBS meeting | I24-News | Full Interview | June 2023
https://youtu.be/2vk68NNDfOU
Avi Melamed for...
We are pleased to share the coverage of the JCC Association partnership, Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, by David Rullo as originally published...
We are pleased to share the coverage of the JCC Association partnership, Former Israeli Intelligence Official Briefs Communal Leaders, Kaplen JCC on the Palisades,...
Article by GREER FAY CASHMAN, about the "Movers and shakers in Israeli society" including Avi Melamed’s docuseries on Jerusalem, The Seam Line.Full article here...
Avi Melamed’s full article about “PIJ - Israel skirmish: Hamas ‘sitting on the fence’ policy approaches a pivotal junction,” recommended in the Israel’s GPO...
We are pleased to share the coverage of the JCC Association partnership, Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, by Abigail Klein Leichman as originally published...
Avi Melamed’s full article about “PIJ - Israel skirmish: Hamas ‘sitting on the fence’ policy approaches a pivotal junction,” as originally published in JNS...
We are pleased to share the coverage of the JCC Association partnership in “Your Daily Phil, the daily newsletter distributed by eJewishPhilanthropy.”
eJewish Philanthropy serves...
Avi Melamed quoted in the article by Noah Phillips as originally published in “The Moment Mag"," After Abbas Palestinian Unification or Into the Lion’s...
Interview of Avi Melamed by Noah Phillips as originally published in “The Moment Mag".
This interview is part of a special "Moment Mag" package about...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on Iranian FM touring Israeli border during Lebanon Visit | Full Interview | April 2023
https://youtu.be/RxbVVGpbnsM
Avi Melamed for...
Avi Melamed provides insights on the tensions Growing with Iran for Linda Gradstein on VOA News (Voice of America)
https://youtu.be/0JgtynmcXRs
Avi Melamed provides insights on the...
Sunni Islamic Fundamentalism & Militant Islam
Islamic Fundamentalism and Militant Islam Islamic Fundamentalism
Share the same ultimate vision of political Islam.
Muslim fundamentalists want to create...
The axis of resistance and defiance is a powerful web of Shi’ite and Sunni political and military —non-state, semi-state, and state entities—cultivated, developed, armed,...
Avi Melamed quoted in the article by Shimon Sherman (JNS.org) | "Hamas visit to Saudi Arabia casts doubt on normalization prospects", as originally published...
The Alliance of Moderation “Mihwar al E’itidal,” an informal alliance of central Arab states—Egypt, members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi...
" Like Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas and Islamic Jihad also dig tunnels into Israeli territory from Gaza into Israel "
The Gaza Strip
The southwest portion...
The other major Palestinian power is Hamas
Hamas has two meanings. The English translation is “zeal.” But Hamas is also the acronym for Harakat Al-Muqawama...
Al Badr Corp / Militia A Pro-Iranian Iraqi Shi’ite political party and militia headed by Hadi al-Amiri
Al-Qaeda “The Base” or “The Foundation.” Al-Qaeda is a...
Al-Aqsa Literally translated as “The Far Edge” in Arabic. Over time the term has become synonymous with Jerusalem.
Al-Haj The pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims...
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi (1954–) General and President of Egypt (2013–). Former Director of Military Intelligence, Former Minister of Defense
Abdullah II Bin Hussein bin Talal...
Interview of Avi Melamed on Radio France International RFI discussing the deal between between Saudi Arabia and Iran | ITME HUB, as originally broadcasted...
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
GEOPOLITICAL MIDDLE EAST EXPERT, INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, AUTHOR, EDUCATOR, SPEAKER, FOUNDER - INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST INTELLIGENCE PERSPECTIVES INSTITUTE
Avi Melamed is a distinguished...
Full Interview of Avi Melamed for I24-News shedding light on how MOSSAD helps thwart Iran Linked Terror Cell in Greece | March 2023
https://youtu.be/jgQ1O-wejac
Full Interview...
INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST (ITME) & HILLEL PARTNERSHIPEDUCATE. EQUIP. EMPOWER.
INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST | INTELLIGENCE PERSPECTIVES
Collectively, since May 2023, ITME has delivered more...
20 min interview of Avi Melamed with #ChrisMitchell CBN about the the most recent bombshell development in the region, the unexpected agreement brokered by...
Full Interview of Avi Melamed for The Rundown on I24-News shedding light on the EGYPT Summit, Sharm El Sheikh 2022.
"The 2022 United Nations Climate Change...
Yaakov Lappin article quoting Avi Melamed |"Syria strike attributed to Israel likely linked to weapons center", Originally published in The Jewish News Syndicate |...
FROM THE MIDDLE EAST ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST.
The ITME HUB & Avi Melamed are committed to providing you with apolitical, non-partisan geopolitical analysis and...
EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION by ITME | Inside The Middle East | Intelligence Perspectives
ITME is able to customize its program to audiences from High School students...
Find Richard Spencer article quoting Avi Melamed's "Arab states bring Syria’s Bashar al-Assad in from the cold", Originally published in The Times | UK...
Find Avi Melamed's article "Saudi Post-quake aid to Syria comes with strings attached", Originally published in Israel National News | INN-7 | March, 03...
Through Post-Earthquake Aid, Is Saudi Arabia Signaling Interest in Syrian Rapprochement? | An Avi Melamed exlusive article for the ITME HUB
Estimated reading time: ...
Full Interview of Avi Melamed for I24-News shedding light on Israel weighing flying Hajj Palestinians pilgrim to Saudi Arabia | March, 02, 2023.
https://youtu.be/tMnds0KkF8o
Full Interview...
Find Shimon Sherman's article quoting Avi Melamed "Oman still on the fence regarding normalization with Israel", Originally published in Cleveland-Jewish-News | February, 27 2023.
Estimated...
Our Regional Guest | Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak
This Briefing Room explores the question: is TÜRKIYE approaching a political earthquake?
Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak is the Turkey...
Our Regional Guest | Nadia Turki نادية التركي
This Briefing Room explores the reasons for Tunisia's Journey Towards an Unknown Destination
International Advisor. Journalist, poet, academic,...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on Iran's underground airbase and weapons arsenal (January 2023)
https://youtu.be/1Pmc5noiFaA
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on...
Avi Melamed’s insights about the US-Israel Spy Strains Emerging Over Iran as quoted by Jonathan Broder on Spy Talk early this month.
“Intelligence agencies never...
Avi Melamed’s insights about the upsurge in violence stokes fears of broader Israeli-Palestinian escalation were quoted by James Shotter, the Jerusalem correspondent for the...
Avi Melamed for I24 News shedding light on the explosions, fires at Iran military site and factories (January 2023)
https://youtu.be/IMM75BZB4XY
Avi Melamed for I24 News...
France24 Arabic about Israel: Will the dismissal of Minister of Interior and Health Aryeh Deri weaken the government coalition?
إسرائيل: هل تُضعف إقالة وزير الداخلية...
For the first time since 1979, Iraq is set to host the Arabian Gulf Cup (AGC) of the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation.
But a last-minute announcement, less than 48 hours before the opening ceremonies, might throw a wrench into the pitch, jeopardize the games, and with it, Iraq’s hopes to re-establish Baghdad as part of the Arab world.
Ben-Gvir’s Temple Mount Visit Puts Israel’s Arab Allies in Tight Spot, Analysts Warn
Find Avi Melamed's insights and warnings on Ben-Gvir’s Temple Mount visit, as...
Breaking into the courtyard of Al-Aqsa Mosque, any repercussions? | France24
اقتحام باحة المسجد الأقصى: أي انعكاسات؟ | فرانس 24
Avi Melamed, speaking Arabic, is...
Reactions to Rumors of Nasrallah Stroke or Death Demonstrate Intense Hatred Many Arabs have for Hezbollah Leader
Find Avi Melamed's commentary on the status of...
Morocco and Israel celebrate two years of normalized relations by Steve Postal
Find Avi Melamed's commentary on the Morocco & Israel two years of normalized...
Morocco and Israel celebrate two years of normalized relations by Steve Postal
Find Avi Melamed's commentary on the Morocco & Israel two years of normalized...
La Guarida del León contra Israel: por qué la próxima intifada no será como las anteriores.Por P.J. Armengou. Nablus (Cisjordania)
The Lion's Den against Israel:...
For the first time since 1979, Iraq is set to host the Arabian Gulf Cup (AGC) of the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation.
But a last-minute announcement, less than 48 hours before the opening ceremonies, might throw a wrench into the pitch, jeopardize the games, and with it, Iraq’s hopes to re-establish Baghdad as part of the Arab world.
West Failed To Recognize Iranian Threat Until It Reached Its Backyard, Experts Say
Article by MAYA MARGIT quoting Avi Melamed's insights & warnings about "How...
Our Regional Guest | Meir Javedanfar | میر جاودانفرמאיר ג'וודנפר
This Briefing Room explores the reasons for the recent THE HIJAB UPRISING IN IRAN, 2022,a atruggle...
Avi Melamed’s full article about the Lions' Den terror group, as originally published in the Jerusalem Post and the Jerusalem Report | December 2022.
"The...
Quoted in The Jewish Chronicle, Avi Melamed warned against actions that could further destabilize the West Bank, full article in The Jewish Chronicleby Georgia...
THE BRIEFING ROOM
Avi Frames the Topic, Builds the Database, and Gives the Background Information Necessary to Deepen and Enhance Understanding of the Topic .
Avi Interviews...
Avi Melamed’s Insight about the Lion’s Den terror group were quoted by James Shotter, the Jerusalem correspondent for the Financial Times.
Read the article in...
Interview by the Jerusalem Press Club of Avi Melamed, a senior Arab affairs analyst, expert in the field of terror, analyses today's terror bombings...
Another read for the weekend, find Avi Melamed ’s insights about the explosions in Jerusalem, quoted in the All-Israel News online newspaper in the article...
5 min interview of Avi Melamed with #ChrisMitchell CBN about the #Nablus-based #LionsDen Palestinian militia. I explain why it's gaining popularity, the insights its...
The UAE Resistance Union Against Normalization appeared in August 2020. The term 'union' is somewhat confusing because it is not a structured organization but...
Inside the Middle East | Intelligence Perspectives
Apolitical Non-Partisan Education About the Middle East
Intelligence Methodology to Learn, Enhance, and Practice Critical Thinking and Media...
Shin-Bet Chief Warns Israel, Internal Division is Making Country Vulnerable to More Terror Attacks
Below the coverage of Avi Melamed’s comments about Iranian proxies escalating...
We’re pleased to share the airing of Avi Melamed’s interview about the Abraham Accords 2 years Anniversary on CBN | Christian Broadcast Network.
The segment...
Avi Melamed’s thoughts on the growth of the Abraham Accords that appeared in the Jewish news press:
https://www.jns.org/what-have-the-game-changing-abraham-accords-accomplished-after-2-years/
The Jewish News Syndicate is one of the...
We’re pleased to share that several media picked up the EFE article with Avi’s comments about the Abraham Accords anniversary.
EFE is the major Spanish-language...
Avi Melamed’s thoughts on the anniversary of the Abraham Accords that appeared in the Arabic Press.
… Avi Melamed, a former Israeli intelligence official and...
Avi Melamed shedding light on the new nuclear deal with Iran on I24 News in english - (August 30, 2022)
https://youtu.be/DSNNRGLsghw
i24NEWS is an Israeli-based international 24-hour news television...
HIGH SCHOOL INTERACTIVE EDUCATION BY ITME
People, and particularly young people, extract their information from the internet, particularly social media platforms – Facebook, Instagram,...
GAP YEAR & UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION BY ITME
Provides a distinct, apolitical, non-partisan education about the contemporary Middle East to colleges & universities.
Uses intelligence...
APOLITICAL, NON-PARTISAN, CONTEXTUALIZED EDUCATION ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST FOR BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS
ITME is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing apolitical, contextualized, non-partisan education about...
APOLITICAL, NON-PARTISAN, INTELLIGENCE-BASED MIDDLE EAST EDUCATION FOR POLICY MAKERS & LEADERS
ITME teaches you to separate the wheat from the chaff, think critically, challenge popular...
APOLITICAL, NON-PARTISAN, CONTEXTUALIZED EDUCATION ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST
ITME is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing to Jewish organizations, apolitical, contextualized, non-partisan education about...
Eilat, one of the most strategic and least explored security regions in Israel
Eilat borders Jordan – Israel’s most peaceful border, the Sinai desert –...
Inside the Chaotic Middle East With Avi Melamed | Click Here to Hear the Podcast @ futureofjewish.substack.com
Avi Melamed is a former Israeli Intelligence Official...
In April 2022, Muslims mark the holy month of Ramadan. Throughout April, violent clashes took place in the al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem between Palestinians...
Avi Melamed analyzes the current Israeli-Palestinian environment and what we can expect in the near future.
https://youtu.be/nf0k8x9ZxNo
Avi Melamed analyzes the current Israeli-Palestinian environment and what...
Operation Breakwater | Israel launches mission to counter terror | Melamed says 'We’ve been through these waves of terror in the past'
Avi Melamed, the...
Podcast with Avi Melamed, a former #Israeli #intelligence officer, & Arab affairs specialist discussing his latest book on The Washington Outsider #Report on The...
Avi Melamed talks about Iran and the strengthening of the relationship between Israel and the UAE (United Arab Emirates) on I24-News.
https://youtu.be/o-NSkVEQl7Y
i24NEWS is an Israeli-based international 24-hour...
Israel & Palestine - Avi Melamed on I24 News analyzes the current relationship between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.
https://youtu.be/ikJ8eqtzqpM
Israel & Palestine - Avi Melamed...
LIVE & INTERACTIVE ONLINE EXPERIENCES
A tailor-made Interactive lecture followed by an open discussion (Q&A) with the participants. Each Briefing is constantly updated to reflect...
PERSONAL-ENCOUNTOURS ™ by ITME are live, unfiltered and interactive conversations with residents that live: In Jerusalem, On the Gaza Border, On the Lebanese Border,...
INTELLI-TOUR ™ by ITME is a series of planned OUTDOOR BRIEFINGS in different locations: Cities & Villages, Galilee's Valleys, Seashores, Negev Desert, Golan Heights,...
SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE with AVI MELAMED
ORGANIZATION | The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
LOCATION | Israel AUDIENCE | 2022 Alumni MissionNUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS | 100DURATION...
TO UNDERSTAND ISRAEL, WE MUST UNDERSTAND THE MIDDLE EAST
Apolitical, Non-Partisan, Contextualized Education About The Middle East
IntelEdventures™ and InteliTours™ are Live and/or Recorded (or a...
INTEL-EDVENTURE ™ is an Intelligence OUTDOOR BRIEFING in " 1 " location in Israel. (sometimes called security briefing). Perfect choice to get a taste...
PRAXIS WORKSHOP
Basic Building Blocks of the ITME Praxis
People, particularly young people, extract their information from the internet, particularly from social media platforms. The combination...
Avi talks on I24 News about events today around the Gaza Strip, Israel Defense Minister Benny Gantz hosting Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, and...
This article was originally published in Algemeiner on July 22, 2021.
https://www.algemeiner.com/2021/07/22/is-lebanon-on-the-verge-of-a-military-coup/
This article is also audio enabled
A combination of sectarian politics, ethnic divide, animosity, and...
In this interview for I24 News, I analyze Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's Foreign Minister - Yair Lapid's first State Visit to the UAE.
https://youtu.be/x67SVlBlAFE
In...
Our Regional Guest | Mohammed Najib
This Briefing Room explores the reasons for the recent escalating trajectory of the Israeli-Palestinian arena and the impact of...
This message to Western Leaders follows a series of seven videos in which I outlined the events leading up to the Israel-Gaza War 2021.
https://youtu.be/qSQf1flGc5U
https://youtu.be/JEOgB771Pq8
If...
Avi Melamed analyzing & discussing the latest events in Israel, the West Bank & Gaza for I24 News Arabic | May 2021
https://youtu.be/W5WixCdImCE
i24NEWS is an Israeli-based international...
Analyzing & discussing the latest events in Israel, the West Bank & Gaza.
https://youtu.be/SaR4hhil5i0
Follow me on Twitter @AviMelamed; Facebook @InsideTheMiddleEast; for more Videos on YouTube...
My conversation last night on France24 (Arabic) | The Rising Tensions Between Jews & Arabs in Israel.
https://youtu.be/Zkly4ZsFvq4
Avi Melamed on France24 (Arabic) | The Rising...
Understanding The Current Escalation | Israel-Gaza War 2021. In this seven-part series, I outlined the events leading up to the escalation between Israel and...
The Gaza Strip 2021 | Background & Context with Avi Melamed
This Podcast provides background to events unfolding military escalation between Israel and Gaza on...
Palestinian Elections : Abbas ’s Calculated Risk or Gamble? | The original article was published in the Jerusalem Post.
In January, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas signed a presidential...
Biden and the Middle East | Navigating Between Idealpolitik and Realpolitik.
Western foreign policy is often a delicate balancing act between realpolitik policy — one that is...
The Taliban Retake Afghanistan, Briefing Room With Our Regional Guest | Maihan Wali | میهن ولی
Founder of Women's Empowerment Through Sport in Afghanistan
Global Changemaker,...
The Elimination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Iran’s Top Nuclear Scientist & The Deterrence Equilibrium In The Middle East.
Information
On Friday, November 27, 2020, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a...
Shana Tova سنة جديدة سعيدة שנה טובה
Shana Tova سنة جديدة سعيدة שנה טובה
שלום לכולםההתמודדות עם אתגר הקורונה, האירועים הדינמיים, לעיתם הדרמטיים במרחב שלנו וגם...
The Israel-UAE Peace Agreement & The Restructured Middle East | By Avi Melamed
Both the “Abraham Accords” – the peace agreement between Israel and the...
Possible Israeli Annexation / Sovereignty: Domestic & Regional Responses by Avi Melamed
In this short article, I would like to explore a couple of aspects...
Al-Quds: Iranian Poster & Hidden Messages
Hezbollah chief
Every year, on the last Friday of the Muslim month of Ramadan, worshipers around the world mark “Al-Quds...
Trump’s Plan – Regional Reactions & Initial Observations
Trump’s Plan – Regional Reactions & Initial Observations | On Tuesday, January 28, 2020, US President Donald...
The Eastern Mediterranean: The Civil War in Libya & Turkish-Egyptian Tensions Deepen
An update to my article on Zoom-In on the Middle East | December 15,...
Iranian Retaliation: A Prelude to A Diplomatic Process?
Iranian Retaliation: A Prelude to A Diplomatic Process? | This article is being written just hours after...
The Killing of Major General Qassem Soleimani | Initial Observations
The killing of Iranian Al-Quds Force Commander, Major General Qassem Soleimani by the United States (January 3rd,...
Who Are The Iranian Revolutionary Guards?
Who Are The Iranian Revolutionary Guards? | The Iranian Mullah regime came to power in 1979. Iran’s official name...
To Understand Israel, You Must Understand The Neighborhood
Since the dawn of the 21st Century, the Middle East has been undergoing tremendous upheaval. The geopolitical...
INTELLIGENCE EXPERIENCES BY AVI MELAMED
Middle East Intelligence Analyst, Commentator, Educator, Lecturer | Founder, Inside The Middle East
Former Israeli intelligence official Avi Melamed serves as...
Iran is on Fire: Mass Protests Breakout Across Iran
Rising gasoline prices in Iran have resulted in an outbreak of mass protests across Iran.
Protestors are...
Could a Tropical Storm lead to a Public Storm in Gaza?
Weather forecasts are forecasting a tropical storm accompanied by high winds and mostly heavy...
Lebanon’s Despair: Initial Diagnoses | October 21
October 21, 2019
The screams and mass protests – unprecedented in volume and intensity – which erupted in Lebanon...
Turkey’s Military Operation in Northeastern Syria | October 20 Observations
Background
On October 9, 2019, Turkey’s army invaded northeastern Syria. As of now, the Turkish military...
Part 3 | Alarms on Lebanese-Israeli Border: Preemptive Actions to Prevent a Wide-Scale War in The Middle East
In Part 1 of my three-part analysis, “Alarms on...
Beyond Despair : Protests in Iraq | October 2019 Immediate Observations
Over the past week, mass protests and riots have spread throughout Iraq’s major cities. Reportedly,...
September 14 Attack on Saudi Arabia | Regional Perspectives
I wanted to take this opportunity to share some thoughts and perspectives from the region regarding...
Alarms on the Lebanese – Israeli Border (Part 2) Iran’s Hegemonic Modus Operandi
In Part 1 of this Article, I explained and contextualized the events...
Belly Dancing In Baghdad
Information:
On July 2, 2019, Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abd al-Mahdi, issued Decree 237.
Decree 237 makes the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) known...
A Symbolic Day for the The Muslim Brotherhood
Muhammad Morsi (August 20, 1951 – June 17, 2019)
On Monday June 17, 2019 former Egyptian President (June...
A Significant Nomination in Iraq
On Monday, June 24th the Iraqi Parliament approved the nomination of the following Ministers: General (Res.) Najah Hassan Ali al-Shammari to...
Escalation in the Arab (Persian) Gulf: Observations, Evaluation, Prediction
The attacks in the Arab (Persian) Gulf and Saudi Arabia on May 13 and 14 have...
Al Haram Al Sharif & Al Aqsa
The Temple Mountain Compound is known in Arabic as Al-Haram As-Sharif (The Noble Sacred Site).
Al-Haram As-Sharif is the third most...
A Hot Summer Ahead…
Between Saturday, May 4th and the ceasefire on Monday, May 6th nearly 700 rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip and Israel struck...
Highly Flammable Situation in Gaza
Following the shooting of a long-range rocket from the Gaza Strip targeting the center of Israel, on Monday, March 25th, Israel attack military...
Poland Summit Strives for Stability in the Middle East (as published in The Atlantic Council Iran Source)
The Trump administration accurately identified the Iranian threat and...
Increasing Probability for Large-Scale Collision Between Israel & Iranian Proxies in Syria | 2019
INFORMATION:
Another significant direct Israeli-Iranian military collision took place in Syria on January 20th and 21st, 2019.
On January...
Transition of Power Within Hezbollah?
Information
Since early December 2018 until the date of this Intelligence Bulletin, Lebanese Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah has not appeared in...
Contextualizing Israel’s Nation State Law ~ New ADDITION to my Fall Lecture Tour
.
Given recent developments, I have decided to add a new lecture to my upcoming...
Post-Election Iraq: A Spinning Whirlpool by Avi Melamed.
The May 2018 general elections in Iraq primarily centered on three issues: Fighting rampant corruption of government...
Will Iran Deepen its Intervention in Iraq?
Information:
Since the Mullah regime seized power in Iran in 1979, their goal has been to “Export the Islamic...
ITME – Experiential & Empowering
The Middle East Is Complicated: ITME “The Essence of Experiential Learning – Empowering Participants to Find Answers” (link to original article)
by Ben...
Sunni Shi’ite Power Struggle
Two major historic struggles have played a central role in shaping the Muslim world and the Middle East.
One axis is the...
Arab Persian Power Struggle
Two major historic struggles have played a central role in shaping the Muslim world and the Middle East.
One axis is the...
Kites, Flames, Soccer – War in Gaza Around the Corner?
Information:
The Palestinian Great March of Return Campaign, which was launched at the end of March...
Israeli-Iranian Military Collision on May 10, 2018 – Immediate Observations
On May 10, 2018 the Iranian Revolutionary Guards (IRG) shot twenty rockets at Israel from...
JCPOA Pushed Middle East Closer to War: Will Western Leaders Choose the Right Path to Reverse The Tide?
Article’s major points:
Developments and events in the...
Regional Chess Game: Awaiting Iran’s Move
Information:
The sequence of events and developments on the ground in Syria last week increased the odds and hastened the...
After the US Strike, What’s Next in the Middle East?
An Article by Chris Mitchell ~ April 14, 2018
The facts are clear. A joint command of the U.S., Great Britain,...
Hamas’ ‘March of Return’ End Game In Gaza
An Article By Charles Bybelezer | The Media Line ~ April 11, 2018
While the terror group has no appetite for a full-blown...
The Palestinian March of Return: The Boxers Cautious Dance
INTELLIGENCE BULLETIN
Information:
On March 30, 2018, the Palestinians kicked-off a national effort entitled The March of Return Campaign, scheduled to...
Palestinian Campaign – The March of Return: Towards a Burst of Major Israeli – Palestinian Violence?
Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
March 29, 2018
The Palestinians have announced the...
Price of Pita and Stability in Jordan
Information:
The Jordanian government’s decision to raise the price of commodities and well as taxes, sparked a wave of...
Is Iran Approaching a Crucial Junction? | Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
Information:
Public protests which began in the city of Mashhad on December 28, 2017 have ignited...
A Change in the Ground Rules: The Iranian – Saudi Power Struggle Severely Escalates
Intelligence Bulletin
Information:
On Saturday November 4, 2017 Saudi Arabia announced that it...
Immediate Intelligence Bulletin: A Prediction Materialized – PNA Restores Sovereignty in the Gaza Strip
On Monday, October 2, 2017 the Palestinian National Authority Government (PNA) restored...
INTELLIGENCE REPORT: Taking the Kidnapper Hostage: The Battle Over the Sovereignty of Lebanon
Information:
On Tuesday, July 25, 2017, United States President, Donald Trump, held a...
Extended Intelligence Report – July 2017 Temple Mount Compound Crisis: Regional Perspectives
On July 16, 2017 I wrote an Intelligence Bulletin – The Attack on The Temple...
PRAXIS – Practice Critical Thinking. Read Between the Lines. Apply Media Literacy. Exercise Interrogative Approach.
In my program Inside the Middle East: Intelligence Perspectives now going into...
Al Hazimi Ideology: Radicalization of Extremism | Intelligence Bulletin
Information:
Major Arab information platforms, including Elaph and Al Arabiya, have just recently introduced a person named Ahmad Bin...
Game of Pawns: The Middle East 2017 – Avi Melamed North American Fall Lecture Tour
ANNOUNCING MY NEW LECTURE TOUR
SEPTEMBER 27- NOVEMBER 25, 2017
Game of...
What is Salafi Jihadi Ideology?
The word “Salaf” means the past of something, its origin, its roots, its primal source. The origins of Salafi thought...
Terror Attack at the Temple Mount Compound: Regional Reactions
(** This is an immediate Bulletin. I will publish a more detailed Intelligence Report over the...
Immediate Intelligence Bulletin – Arab News Platforms Echo Reports ISIS Leader Dead
*** Immediate Intelligence Bulletin ***
Arab News Platforms Echo Reports ISIS Leader Dead
Information:
According to information...
Intelligence Report: The Concept of Greater Jordan and the Creation of a Safe-Zone in South Syria
Information:
Reportedly in June 2017 the United States, Russia and...
Tasting the Bitter Pill of Reality: Hamas’ New Political Pact
Information:
In August 2014 I published an article entitled “Operation Protective Edge: Exiting to a New...
Immediate Intelligence Bulletin: Senior Syrian or Hezbollah Military Commander Reportedly killed in Israeli air strike in the Golan Heights
*******
Date Report Published: March 19,2017
Information: Senior...
Intelligence Bulletin: A Prediction Materialized: Iranian Proxy Vows to “Fight to liberate the Golan Heights”
Information:
In my January 2017 article “A Growing Whirlpool of Violence: The...
Lebanon: No Land for Beginning Politicians
On October 31st 2016, 81-year-old, General Michele ‘Aoun, former Chief of Staff of the Lebanese Armed Forces was nominated by...
The Politics of Pragmatism – Jabhat Al-Nusrah Disembarking from Al-Qaeda
Background:
Jabhat al-Nusrah li-Ahl al-Sham (The Front for the Support of the People of Sham) is Al-Qaeda’s...
Do the Syrian Rebels in the Golan Heights have Surface-to-Surface Missiles?
Background:
Similar to other areas in Syria, the Syrian District of Quneitra, which borders the...
Failed Military Coup in Turkey | President Recep & Mr. Erdoğan
A military coup in Turkey (July 15-16, 2016) was oppressed and failed.
Though crushed, the...
Intelligence Report | Harakat as-Sabeeren Nasran li-Filastin in the Gaza Strip
General Background:
The Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine, Harakat al-Jihād al-Islāmi fi Filastīn, most widely known as the Palestinian...
Congratulations ITME3 | Eisenhower Institute
A few days ago the seventeen fellows – and now proud graduates – of the 2015-2016 Eisenhower Institute, Inside the...
A Realistic Solution To The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict | Here is our article published in Forbes….
A generation has passed since the signing of the Oslo...
America Must Revolutionize its Understanding of the Middle East | Published on March 28, 2016, 04:00 pm on The Hill Congressional Blog The Hills Forum...
Crisis in Yemen: Significant Milestone | In October 2014 I published an article entitled “Sixty Six Egyptian Fisherman, Yemen, and Instability in The Middle...
Yarmuk Movie: Kill the Messenger
The article you are about to read was actually written in April 2014. I wrote the article following an eight-minute...
מסר משמעותי
Below is the Hebrew version of the English article I posted yesterday “A Significant Message“.
ארגון חזבאללה הלבנוני הודיע כי שישה מפעיליו נהרגו בתקיפה שהתרחשה באיזור קנייטרה בצד...
A Significant Message, the Lebanese Shiite organization Hezbollah announced that six of its militants were killed on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights...
Muslim Brotherhood at the Crossroads | The Middle East continues to constantly provide dramatic events in different areas – in Syria, Yemen, Egypt, Iraq...
Sixty-Six Egyptian Fishermen, Yemen and Instability in the Middle-East | Pay attention to the recent developments in Yemen, an Arab State with a population...
Operation Protective Edge: Exiting to a New Space
This is the English version of the Hebrew article I posted yesterday.
In my article Operation Protective Edge –...
Operation Protective Edge – Light at the End of Tunnel | A potential for a positive strategic change for Israelis and Palestinians
by Avi Melamed
This...
מבצע “צוק איתן”: אור בקצה המנהרה
מבצע “צוק איתן” : אור בקצה המנהרה
סיכוי לשינוי אסטרטגי חיובי עבור ישראל והפלסטינים
אבי מלמד
הדברים הללו נכתבים בעיצומו של מבצע...
The War in Syria – A Mutual Chokehold | Pay attention to the Syrian town of Tfail.
Tfail is a Lebanese enclave located in the Al-Kalmun mountain range in Syria...
Al Qaeda Intelligence Bulletin | Information Date: February 6, 2014
Event Date: February 3, 2014
Information Item: Al-Qaeda announces it has no connection to ISIS
Information Platform:...
Soldier on the Chessboard | Lebanese authorities announced that Majid Al-Majid (his full name is Majid bin Muhammad Majid al-Qahtani), the leader of the...
Where is the Leader of Jabhat Al-Nusrah in Syria? INTELLIGENCE BULETIN
*******
Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: October 26, 2013
Event Date: October 25, 2013
Information Item: Leader of Jabhat...
Are we Facing an Immediate Outbreak of Violence in the Gaza Strip? | Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: October 22, 2013
Event Date: October 22, 2013
Information Item:...
Desperate Situation in Syria Reports of People Eating Cats & Dogs | Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: October 15, 2013
Event Date: Ongoing
Information Item: The...
Coming to The US
Dear Friends,
It is my pleasure to inform you that I will be in the USA during the second part of September for a short lecture tour focusing...
Countdown to an Attack on Syria: Tomahawks and Smoke Signals
As a Western coalition (including Turkey) military strike, led by the USA, targeting the Assad...
On The Edge of The Cliff | Intelligence Bulletin
******
Information Date: August 23, 2013
Event Date: August 23, 2013
Information Item: Lethal Attacks on Sunni...
Was a Senior Hamas Commander Killed in the Sinai Peninsula? | Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: August 10, 2013
Event Date: August 9, 2013
Information Item: Senior Hamas...
Are the Next Muslim Anti-Western Protests on the Horizon?
Arab media platforms today (August 9, 2013) reported about a Volkswagen advertisement. The scene takes place in...
Egypt: Countdown to June 30th 2013 | Tension is skyrocketing in Egypt.
On Sunday, June 30th, a massive demonstration is scheduled to take place in Cairo....
Clashes in Sidon | Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: June 23 2013
Event Date: June 23 2013
Information Item: Clashes in Sidon, Lebanon
Information Platform: Various
Source: Varied
Source Reliability: Reliable
Spring:...
Former Egyptian President Dead?
According to Arab sources Egypt’s overthrown president, Hosni Mubarak, died last night in an Egyptian jail.
Reportedly, a formal announcement regarding his death...
A Senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard was Killed in Syria | Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: June 9 2013
Event Date: End of May 2013
Information Item: A Senior...
The Alliance of Fear in Lebanon
As the war in Syria percolates into Lebanon and Iraq, turning into a massive Sunni-Shiite collision, it is worthwhile...
The Syrian Stalingrad | Intelligence Bulletin
*******
Information Date: May 22 2013
Event Date: Now and Ongoing
Information Item: The Syrian Stalingrad
Information Platform: Various
Source: Varied
Source Reliability: Reliable
Information Validity:...
One Israeli Soldier Impacts the Arab World
In June 2006 the Palestinian organization, Hamas, abducted Gilad Shalit, an Israeli soldier. Shalit was held in captivity inside the...
Israel Opening Its Doors to Syrian Refugees? | Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: May 11, 2013
Event Date: May 10, 2013
Information Item: Israel Allowing...
Syrian Refugees | Intelligence Bulletin
*****
Information Date: Accumulating
Event Date: Ongoing
Information Item: The Sexual Exploitation of Refugee Syrian Girls
Information Platform: Varied
Source: Varied
Source reliability: Reliable
Information validity: Valid
Relevant information:
One of the outcomes of...
Rockets Expert Killed in Israeli Air Strike in Gaza | Intelligence Bulletin
*******
Information Date: April 30 2013
Event Date: April 30 2013
Information Item: Rockets Expert Killed in Israeli Air Strike in Gaza
Information...
Iranian Soldiers Carry Passports to Heaven | Intelligence Bulletin
*******
Intelligence Bulletin
Information Date: April 14, 2013
Event Date: Recent – Specific Date Unknown
Information Item: Iranian Soldiers...
Iraq is on the Verge of a Violent Sunni–Shiite Confrontation | Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
*******
Information Date: March 20, 2013
Event Date: March 2013
Information: Iraq is on the verge of...
Did Assad’s Army Launch a Chemical Warhead on a Syrian town? | Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
*******
Information Date: March 19, 2013
Information Item: Did Assad’s Army launch a chemical warhead...
Just Back From Nigeria | Avi Melamed just returned from Abuja, Nigeria.
Avi was invited by the Nigeria Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA)*.to a National Security Conference to speak about the Middle...
Did Israelis Kill Leader of Iranian Revolutionary Guards? | Intelligence Bulletin March 16, 2013
*******
Information Date: March 16 2013
Information Item: Iranian General was killed by...
Clashes in Ain al-Hilweh, a Palestinian Refugee Camp in South Lebanon | Intelligence Bulletin March 12, 2013
*******
Information Date: March 12, 2013
Event Date: March 11,...
Intelligence Bulletin – Are Egyptian officers being held hostage in the Gaza Strip?
*******
Intelligence Bulletin
Item: Egyptian officers being held hostage in the Gaza Strip?
Information Date: 8/3/2013
Information:...
Intelligence Bulletin – A new armed Militia formed in South Lebanon
*******Intelligence Bulletin March 4, 2013
Information Item: A new armed Militia formed in South Lebanon
Information Date: March 4....
Free Syrian Army gives ultimatum to Hezbollah
Immediate Intelligence Bulletin
By: Avi Melamed
Item: Free Syrian Army gives ultimatum to Hezbollah
Information Date: 2/19/2013
Information: Tonight the Free Syrian Army Headquarters send out a formal ultimatum to Hezbollah...
Did Assad’s Mother Die?
Intelligence BulletinDid Assad’s Mother die?
Information date: 2/18/2013
Information: Assad’s mother Amina Mahluf dies in Belhoul Specialty hospital in Dubai.
Source: Neutral information platform
Source...
How, Where and When was the Iranian General Killed?
According to reports, sometime between Wednesday and Thursday night (February 13-14) a senior Iranian official named...
Did A Senior Hezbollah Commander Escape an Assassination Plot?
According to unconfirmed information, from a source I evaluate as fairly reliable, Wafiq Safa, the head...
Wikistrat Next Generation Strategy Ask a Sr. Analyst Exercise
Editor’s Note: Wikistrat’s Facebook followers recently engaged in a 24-hour exclusive Q&A drill with one of Wikistrat’s Senior...
Operation Pillar of Defense: Geopolitical Ramifications Part 2
Operation Pillar of Defense: Geopolitical Ramifications – Part 2
Hamas’ Cruel Dilemma
In my previous article Operation Pillar of Defense:...
Operation Pillar of Defense – Geopolitical Ramifications Part 1
Operation Pillar of Defense: Geopolitical Ramifications – Part 1
Rocket Attacks on Israel: Sirens in Israeli Cities...
Operation Pillar of Defense
We are clearly in the midst of an escalation in the latest round of violence between Israel and the Palestinian organizations based in The Gaza Strip.
Yet,...
Video of Exploding Barrels
In the war in Syria Assad’s forces are indiscriminately shelling Syrian cities and towns. Syrian civilians claim that helicopters of the...
Pay Attention to the Battle over Al-Qusayr in Syria
Accumulating reports indicate expanding Hezbollah military activity inside Syria – specifically west of the Syrian city of Al-Qusayr.
The Syrian city...
Drone Games
On October 11 I published an article Mysterious Blasts as Hezbollah Sinks in the Syrian Mud. This article is a follow-up to that piece.
On...
Saudi Arabian Daily Okaz Confirms my October 13 article Hezbollah Launched Rockets on Syrian City
On Sunday, October 14 I wrote a short piece Hezbollah Launched...
Emerging Axis Signaling a More Pragmatic Hamas?
The Emirate of Qatar formally announced its intention to invest $254,000,000 in the Gaza Strip. The money will...
London, New York, Paris…and The Gaza Strip
Apparently some areas in The Gaza Strip are in good company.
According to the article published on Arabic news...
Hezbollah Launched Rocket Attack on Syrian City
Today, according to a report, Hezbollah launched a rocket attack from Lebanon on the Syrian city of Al-Qusayr.
The information is not...
Mysterious Blasts as Hezbollah Sinks in the Syrian Mud
Nasrallah made a speech tonight (Israel time) in which he claimed responsibility for the launching of...
The Flames Touch Assad’s Home
According to accumulating information, the major Alawite families in Syria are beginning to openly oppose Assad’s rule.
The backbone of the Assad regime...
Head of Military Intelligence: Events in Syria Present New Threat
Head of the Military Intelligence Directorate, Maj. Gen. Aviv Kochavi, and other senior members of Military...
The Iranians and the Mossad are in Cahoots and Other Assorted Distortions…
The violent events in the Arab and Muslim world sparked by the movie “Innocence of Muslims”...
Reactions to Rumors of Nasrallah Stroke or Death Demonstrate Intense Hatred Many Arabs have for Hezbollah Leader
Muhammad Hussein Al Haj Nasif AKA Abu Abbas, Hezbollah‘s most senior commander...
The Muslim Brotherhood Belly Dancing
November 8, 2011 Avi Melamed writes an article The Arab Awakening: An Era of New Slogans
“…The Arab world is in flux and...
A Disturbing Scenario in the Golan Heights
Firas Al Absi, also known as, Abu Mohammad Al Shammi, reportedly the leader of Jihadist group called Majlis Shurah Al...
The Earth Moves Beneath the Throne
The Hashemite kingdom of Jordan is experiencing growing unrest.
Jordan is grappling with many challenges – just some of which...
The Egyptian President’s Brilliant Move
Many people in the Arab world didn’t understand why Egyptian President Mohammad Morsi went to Iran to participate in the Non-Alignment Meeting (NAM).
The Arab world loathes...
The Sinai Peninsula: A Growing Strategic Threat
According to a one senior Egyptian analyst, the Rafah terror attack was planned over the course of three...
Nasrallah is sending a message…..But to whom ??
Arab source reports that last week Hezbollah conducted the largest military ground maneuver exercise in its history. The...
Egypt’s New Foreign Policy
February 3, 2012 Avi publishes an article Is the Israel Egypt Peace Treaty in Jeopardy? in which he accurately foresees the foreign policy of Egypt’s new rule.
Here...
Hezbollah Sunni Tension Rises
March 1, 2012, Avi publishes and article Is war in the Middle East inevitable? In which he outlines the increasing probability of a violent collision...
Who is Nasrallah Really Afraid Of?
August 14, 2011 Avi Melamed wrote in his article The Middle East: Where Rhetoric is Rarely Reality:
“…Nasrallah has been hiding underground since...
Nasrallah Gets a Taste of his Own Bitter Medicine
While the world continues to witness the ongoing tragedy in Syria, there is another “mini-drama” simultaneously...
GEOPOLITICAL MIDDLE EAST EXPERT, INTELLIGENCE ANALYST, AUTHOR, EDUCATOR, SPEAKER, FOUNDER - INSIDE THE MIDDLE EAST INTELLIGENCE PERSPECTIVES INSTITUTE
Avi Melamed is a distinguished Geopolitical...
Overview
In this session, we’ll explore Jordan – a monarchy navigating tradition, modernization, and regional challenges.
SESSION 11 | EDUCATORS | AVI MELAMED
Avi Melamed...
