Avi Melamed is a geopolitical Middle East expert, intelligence analyst, educator, and the founder of Inside the Middle East Intelligence Perspectives (ITME), a non-partisan institute dedicated to providing contextualized education on Middle Eastern affairs. Fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, Avi draws on a career as a former Israeli intelligence official and senior advisor on Arab affairs, where he engaged in high-stakes counter-terrorism efforts and developed deep expertise in the region. Through ITME, Avi promotes critical thinking and media literacy, helping diverse audiences — ranging from diplomats to students — navigate the complexities of Middle Eastern geopolitics. He has authored several books, including Inside the Middle East: Entering a New Era, and developed The Seam Line, a documentary exploring the dynamics of Jerusalem and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Avi provides analysis on regional developments and their global implications, fostering informed dialogue and understanding of the Middle East’s intricate realities.