Robert Malley, Director for Middle East and North Africa at the International Crisis Group, speaks about Hamas
About Robert Malley:
Robert Malley directs analysts based in Amman, Cairo, Beirut, Tel Aviv and Baghdad. Together they report on the political, social and economic factors affecting the risk of conflict and make policy recommendations to address these threats. The team covers events from Iran to Morocco, with a heavy focus on the Arab-Israeli conflict, the situation in Iraq, and Islamist movements throughout the region. Robert also covers developments in the United States that affect policy toward the Middle East.
Areas of Expertise:
- Arab-Israeli conflict
- Palestinian politics
- Iraq
- North Africa
Professional Background:
- Special Assistant to President Clinton for Arab-Israeli Affairs (1998-2001)
- Executive Assistant to Samuel R. Berger, National Security Advisor (1996-1998)
- Director for Democracy, Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs, National Security Council (1994-1996)
