Dr. Janine Zacharia

Biography

Janine Zacharia is a Lecturer in the Department of Communication at Stanford University, where she teaches and engages in research regarding new forms of foreign correspondence and the ways that stories go viral, particularly at the intersection of technology and national security. Her main area of expertise is focused on the Middle East and Israel, which she has covered extensively throughout her career. Zacharia has held significant positions in various news organizations, including serving as the Jerusalem Bureau Chief for The Washington Post and holding roles such as chief diplomatic correspondent for Bloomberg News and Jerusalem bureau chief for the Jerusalem Post. Additionally, she has been a correspondent for Reuters. Over her career, Janine has contributed to various cable news shows and radio programs, providing analysis on Middle Eastern affairs. She is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and has served on various advisory committees within professional organizations. Currently, she is a visiting lecturer, providing students with insights drawn from her extensive experience in the field of journalism and foreign policy reporting.

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