Off the Record

Israel's biggest challenge is not just on the battlefield, it is also on the world stage in the battle of public opinion.

In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova is joined by social media strategist, advocate, and JNS commentator Bellamy Bellucci for an honest conversation about Israel's growing PR crisis.

This conversation goes beyond social media and headlines. It explores the deeper questions of trust, leadership, identity, and the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship.

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Democratic socialism is no longer confined to college campuses or activist circles. Across the United States, candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are winning elections and bringing their ideas into city halls, state legislatures, and the mainstream of American politics.

In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova sits down with Dr. Eric Patterson, President and CEO of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, to discuss what democratic socialism actually is, why it is resonating with younger voters, and how the DSA has become one of the most influential movements on the American left

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For decades, the U.S.-Israel alliance has been one of the closest strategic partnerships in the world. But is that relationship beginning to change?

As America celebrates its 250th Independence Day, reports have emerged that Israel is quietly preparing for the possibility that U.S. military aid may not last forever. At the same time, growing anti-Israel sentiment among younger Americans and shifting political dynamics in both Washington and Jerusalem are raising difficult questions about the future of the alliance.

In this episode of Off The Record, host Zina Rakhamilova sits down with veteran Israeli diplomat and former Consul General to Los Angeles, Yaki Dayan.

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For decades, Hezbollah has claimed to speak and fight on behalf of Lebanon while answering to the Iranian regime.This weekend, that may have begun to change.Israel and Lebanon have announced a historic 14-point framework agreement that goes far beyond a ceasefire. The agreement commits both countries to formally ending the conflict, restoring Lebanese sovereignty, dismantling Hezbollah's military infrastructure, and establishing a pathway toward peaceful relations.But can it actually work?In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova break down what is actually in the agreement, why one clause may fundamentally reshape the Middle East, how the United States plans to oversee implementation, and why Hezbollah and Iran may be the biggest obstacles to making it a reality.We are also joined by Fabian Maamari, a Lebanese-born peace activist living in Israel, to discuss what this moment means for Lebanon, Israel, and the future of the region.Zina: IG - https://www.instagram.com/itsmezina__/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmezina__X - https://x.com/itsmezina__LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinarakhamilova/Fabian:IG - https://www.instagram.com/fabian_maamariFB - https://www.facebook.com/fabian.maamariTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fabibi.musicJoin our community now and receive 24/7 of new & original content from the State of Israel.https://www.iltv.tv

The first round of U.S.-Iran negotiations in Geneva has been described as "historic." But what is actually being negotiated and who stands to benefit?
In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova examines what happened during 18 hours of talks between senior U.S. officials and representatives of the Iranian regime. While the public discussion has centered on Iran's nuclear program, reports suggest the negotiations focused heavily on Lebanon, Hezbollah, sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, and a broader regional framework that could reshape the balance of power in the Middle East.
As Israel continues major military operations against Hezbollah's underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon, Iran is reportedly seeking diplomatic mechanisms that would constrain Israel's military response while advancing its own strategic objectives.
Joining the program is Dr. Nir Boms, Director of the TAU Workshop on Israel and the Middle East at Tel Aviv University, to break down what these negotiations could mean for Israel, Lebanon, the Gulf states, and the future of regional security.Zina:
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The White House is calling it a breakthrough. Critics are calling it another dangerous concession.After months of war, escalating tensions between Israel, Iran, Hezbollah, and the United States have culminated in a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) set to be signed in Geneva. Supporters say it could prevent a wider regional conflict. Skeptics argue it risks repeating the mistakes of previous nuclear negotiations.In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova is joined by Max Meizlish, Research Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) and former U.S. Treasury sanctions official, to examine what we actually know about the dealand what remains unanswered.Zina: IG - @itsmezina__TikTok - @itsmezina__X - https://x.com/itsmezina__LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinarakhamilova/Join our community now and receive 24/7 of new & original content from the State of Israel.https://www.iltv.tv

Israel has been placed on a United Nations blacklist alongside organizations such as Hamas, ISIS, and Boko Haram over allegations of conflict-related sexual violence. But what evidence was used, how was the decision made, and why is Israel pushing back?

In this episode of Off the Record, Zina Rakhamilova sits down with Jonathan Harounoff, Israel's International Spokesperson to the United Nations, to discuss the UN's controversial designation of the Israel Prison Service, allegations of bias within the UN system, and new reports linking additional UNRWA employees to Hamas and the October 7 attacks.

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Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, but inside Israel, the reaction has been anything but calm. From growing public anger to concerns over U.S. influence on Israeli security decisions, this moment is exposing deeper tensions about sovereignty, strategy, and what comes next.

At the same time, a potentially historic shift is unfolding: a possible direct channel between Israel and Lebanon, brokered at the highest levels.

Joining us is Jonathan Elkhoury, a political commentator with a unique personal story, born in Lebanon and now living in Israel, who brings critical insight into Hezbollah, Lebanese politics, and what this moment could mean for the region.

Is this ceasefire a pause… or the start of a larger realignment?

After 21 hours of high-stakes negotiations in Pakistan, U.S.–Iran talks have ended with no deal — and major questions remain.

In this episode of Off The Record, Zina Rakhamilova breaks down the latest developments, from Iran’s refusal to disavow its nuclear program to the ongoing tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint for 20% of global energy.

We also examine the role of Hezbollah in ceasefire talks, Israel’s Operation Eternal Darkness, and whether any real military objectives have been achieved.

Joining the show is Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and former U.S. Treasury terrorism finance analyst, to unpack:

• The gap between U.S. and Iranian demands
• Whether the ceasefire can actually hold
• What “decimating Hezbollah” would realistically look like
• Where U.S. and Israeli interests may diverge
• The strategic implications of targeting infrastructure like bridges and power plants

As the region stands at a crossroads, this conversation goes beyond the headlines to examine what comes next.

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Tucker Carlson flew into Israel for just a few hours to interview U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee, framing the conversation as “America’s Toxic Relationship With Israel.”
But what actually happened in that nearly three-hour sit-down?
In this episode of Off The Record, we break down the most outrageous moments of the interview — from conspiracy-laced insinuations to the dual loyalty trope and misleading claims about minorities in the Middle East.
Then we’re joined by Shadi Khalloul, an Israeli Aramaic Christian Maronite, former IDF lieutenant, and Chairman of the Israeli Christian Aramaic Association, who invited Tucker to meet Israel’s Christian community during his visit. He never received a response.
So what’s the real story about Christian life in Israel?
And what happens when narratives replace reality?
Watch the full breakdown.