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Off the Record is a show that aims to combat the world of misinformation, click-bait headlines and one-sided narratives. Hosted by Zina Rakhamilova, the show goes aims to bring back nuance and go beyond headlines to tackle difficult issues through honest, thoughtful conversations. Off the Record aims to bring pragmatic voices together to challenge assumptions and engage where others look away.

  1. 1 dag geleden

    Israel & Lebanon's Historic Agreement: Is Hezbollah Finally Finished?

    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

    33 min.

  2. 5 dgn geleden

    Why Lebanon Became the Focus of the US-Iran Negotiations

    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: IG - https://www.instagram.com/itsmezina__/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmezina__X - https://x.com/itsmezina__LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinarakhamilova/

    35 min.

  3. 18 jun

    Trump’s Iran Deal: What the MoU Could Mean for Israel, Iran & the Middle East

    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

    34 min.

  4. 11 jun

    UNRWA, Hamas & The UN Blacklist

    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. Zina: IG - @itsmezina__ TikTok - @itsmezina__ X - https://x.com/itsmezina__ LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinarakhamilova/ Jonathan Harounoff: IG - @jharounoff X - @JonathanHaroun1

    32 min.

  5. 20 apr

    Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: What Comes Next?

    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?

    56 min.

  6. 15 apr

    No Deal: US–Iran Talks Collapse | Hezbollah, Hormuz & What Comes Next

    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 demandsWhether the ceasefire can actually holdWhat “decimating Hezbollah” would realistically look likeWhere U.S. and Israeli interests may divergeThe strategic implications of targeting infrastructure like bridges and power plantsAs the region stands at a crossroads, this conversation goes beyond the headlines to examine what comes next. 🔔 Subscribe for more unfiltered analysis from Israel. 📲 Follow Zina for updates: @itsmezina__

    35 min.

  7. 23 feb

    Tucker Carlson, Israel, and the Questions That Weren’t Asked

    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.

    24 min.

  8. 16 feb

    October 7 Exposed: Hamas, Intelligence Warnings & Israel’s Leadership Crisis

    More than two years after October 7, the questions still haven’t gone away.In this episode of Off The Record, Zina Rakhamilova sits down with journalist and author Yaakov Katz, whose latest book While Israel Slept examines the intelligence failures, political decisions, and strategic miscalculations that led to Hamas’ devastating attack.We discuss:* The intelligence assessments that said Hamas was “deterred”* The newly released 55-page document from Prime Minister Netanyahu* Why there is still no official state commission of inquiry* Internal divisions in Israel and their impact on deterrenceWas October 7 a failure of intelligence? Of leadership? Or of strategy?Watch the full conversation and decide for yourself.#Israel #October7 #Hamas #MiddleEast #Security #Politics

    42 min.
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Off the Record is a show that aims to combat the world of misinformation, click-bait headlines and one-sided narratives. Hosted by Zina Rakhamilova, the show goes aims to bring back nuance and go beyond headlines to tackle difficult issues through honest, thoughtful conversations. Off the Record aims to bring pragmatic voices together to challenge assumptions and engage where others look away.

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