Dr. Walid Phares

Professor Walid Phares, an international expert on conflicts and terrorism, is a distinguished Professor of Global Strategies in Washington DC. Since 2007, he has been advising the US House of Representatives Caucus on Counter Terrorism and serving as the Co-Secretary General of the Trans Atlantic Legislative Group on Counter Terrorism. With a diverse teaching background, he has instructed on Global Strategies at the National Defense University and International Terrorism at the Intelligence University in Washington DC. Additionally, Professor Phares has contributed significantly to media as the Fox News Terrorism and Middle East Expert since 2007, providing insights on various networks worldwide. With a vast publication record spanning over three decades, he has authored books and articles on terrorism, geopolitics, and international relations. Professor Phares has also served as an analyst to governments, international organizations, NGOs, and media, providing expertise on ongoing global conflicts and terrorism, testifying before the US Congress, the European Parliament, the UN Security Council, and advising various government departments. He continues to lecture globally on topics related to comparative politics, conflict, strategic studies, and the Jihadist movements. Dr. Phares holds a Ph.D. in International Relations and Strategic Studies from the University of Miami and has a rich educational background from Lebanese and French universities.