Ahmad Tibi is a prominent Palestinian-Israeli (Arab-Israeli) politician, physician, and leader of the Ta'al (Arab Movement for Renewal) party. Born on December 19, 1958, in Jaffa, Israel, Tibi has served as a member of the Israeli Knesset since 1999, where he advocates for the rights of Arab citizens and Palestinian issues. Prior to his political career, he worked as a political advisor to Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat from 1993 to 1999, which positioned him as a significant figure in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and elevated his profile in both Israeli and Palestinian political arenas. As a trained gynecologist, Tibi practiced medicine before fully committing to politics, blending his professional background with activism on health and social justice issues affecting Arab communities in Israel.

Tibi's tenure in the Knesset has been marked by his outspoken criticism of Israeli policies towards Palestinians, including opposition to settlement expansion and calls for equal rights for Arab Israelis. He has formed alliances with other Arab parties in joint lists, such as the Joint List, to amplify minority voices in Israeli politics. Tibi has been involved in numerous controversies, including adversarial exchanges with right-wing figures like Bezalel Smotrich, whom he has publicly attacked over inflammatory statements. His rhetoric often challenges the Israeli establishment, leading to accusations of incitement, though he remains a key advocate for dialogue and reform. Tibi's influence extends to international forums, where he represents Arab-Israeli perspectives on global stages.