The Middle East stands at a historic crossroads, marked by escalating conflict and a defining moment for Israel, the Palestinians, and the region at large. In this pivotal briefing, we’ll navigate the storm of challenges shaping the Middle East today. This briefing will delve into the forces driving this crisis, including the roles of Iran, Turkey, and other key players – tracing the path that led to this critical juncture. By connecting the dots between past and present, we’ll examine the implications of these events, including the expanding war and the crucial question of “the day after”—what lies ahead for Israel, the Palestinians, the region, and the world.

Avi Melamed is a distinguished Geopolitical Middle East Expert, Intelligence Analyst, Author, Commentator, Educator, Lecturer, Speaker, and 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 positioned at the intersection of diplomacy, education, and intelligence. Fluent in Arabic, English, and Hebrew, Avi is recognized for his profound understanding of current affairs in the Arab and Muslim world and their implications on Israel and the broader Middle East. Avi is a frequent commentator and recognized expert featured on Arabic and English international media platforms such as Al-Arabiya, Al-Hura, AP, BBC, CBC, CNN, I24 News, FOX, France24, NBC, Sky News, Reuters, the Wall Street Journal, and many more.