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Israeli academic and Al Jazeera contributor Ori Goldberg dies at 50

Israeli academic and Al Jazeera contributor Ori Goldberg dies at 50

Summary

Ori Goldberg, an Israeli academic and analyst, died at age 50 after battling colon cancer. He wrote frequently on Middle East issues for Al Jazeera and appeared on its programs, focusing on Israeli politics and regional dynamics.

Key Facts

  • Ori Goldberg was an Israeli academic and independent analyst.
  • He died at age 50 due to colon cancer.
  • His family announced his death on his social media account, with touching messages from his children.
  • Goldberg regularly contributed opinion pieces to Al Jazeera on Middle East affairs.
  • He held a PhD in History from Tel Aviv University, earned in 2008.
  • His research focused on Iranian Shia revolutionary ideas in the late 20th century.
  • Goldberg appeared often on Al Jazeera English news programs like Inside Story.
  • He received several awards, including a fellowship from the Mellon Foundation from 2013 to 2015.
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