Israel in Context

Understanding the Middle East Beyond the Headlines

In a region where the story can change by the hour, understanding why events are unfolding is just as important as knowing what happened.

Avi Melamed, former Israeli intelligence official, Middle East analyst, author, and educator, brings decades of experience in Israeli-Arab affairs to an insightful conversation examining the political and security forces shaping Israel and the broader Middle East.

Go beyond the headlines to explore the history, relationships, competing interests, and regional dynamics behind today's developments—and gain greater context for what they could mean for Israel's future.

Why Attend?

• Put today's rapidly changing headlines into a broader regional context
• Understand the forces and relationships influencing events across the Middle East
• Hear analysis informed by decades of experience in Israeli-Arab affairs
• Gain perspective on emerging challenges and opportunities facing Israel
• Leave better equipped to understand developments as they continue to unfold
  Go Beyond What's Happening. Understand Why It Matters.

Gain the context and perspective to follow a complex and rapidly evolving region with greater understanding.

Co-hosted by New York State Assembly Member Charles Lavine.

Program is free to all, registration required.