About
Professor Clive Jones is a leading academic in regional security studies, currently holding the Chair of Regional Security (Middle East) at Durham University's School of Government and International Affairs. He specializes in Middle East security dynamics, with a focus on Israeli foreign policy, Gulf security, and intelligence operations.
- PhD from University of Wales, Aberystwyth (1994)
- Former Chair of European Association of Israel Studies (2013-2016)
- Fellow of Royal Historical Society (2011)
His research explores Israeli security decision-making, Gulf geopolitical shifts, and intelligence operations in the Middle East, particularly analyzing low-intensity conflicts and historical espionage. Recent work examines emerging security complexes between Israel and Gulf states.
Key recent publications address Gulf nuclearization, Anglo-Israeli military cooperation, and intelligence failures in modern conflicts. He has served as editorial board member for journals like Studies in Conflict and Terrorism and Middle Eastern Studies.
- 2018: Visiting Research Chair at NTNU, Norway
- 2002: Senior Fellow at University of Haifa
- Plenary lecturer at global institutions including US Army War College and Royal United Services Institute
Professor Jones supervises doctoral students in Middle East security topics and contributes to policy discussions through media appearances, including BBC and ZDF documentaries.
