Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 3, 2026, 11 AM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel Today ongoing war report, I'm Noah Levi. We begin with escalating regional tensions. Iran claims its armed forces conducted overnight missile and drone attacks, targeting US satellite communication systems and military infrastructure at bases in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. This comes as reports indicate at least 13 Iranian military personnel have been killed this week by US strikes. According to Iran's semi-official Tasnum news agency, these strikes described as extensive included members of the regular military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Adding to internal pressures within Iran, university professors are threatening a nationwide strike if unpaid wages are not restored by September 22nd, highlighting the country's economic strain. Meanwhile, a new book by Yonajerami Bob and Elliot Kaufman. In the war room, the inside

1:01story of Israel's fight against Hamas and the Iranian Axis reveals internal clashes and secret deliberations among Israeli leaders regarding operations against Iran's proxies, such as Hezbollah in the wake of October 7. In related regional news, the hand over of four Lebanese prisoners held by Israel to the Red Cross has reportedly been postponed to tomorrow. Turning to Gaza, Gaza and channels report two killed and several injured in an Israeli drone strike in Western Gaza City. Earlier, an Israeli operation in the same area led to the death of Abdullah Mahmoud Al-Hiah, nephew of Hamas political bureau Chief Karlo Al-Hiah, and the abduction of Hamas's internal security chief. In a demonstration of preparedness, defense departments within Gaza's southern brigade recently conducted special training exercises with helicopters, practicing evacuation and landing procedures in civilian areas. Domestically, Israel's political scene is marked by a frantic scramble, as parties finalize their Knesset lists. This process is exposing significant cracks within Prime

2:06Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing block, with Lecood's poll numbers reportedly sliding, opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot's block is shown leading in most surveys. In a notable departure, M. K. Karin El-Hara announced she will not run in the upcoming election for the Yes-Ateed party, joining a wave of other high-profile figures leaving the party. Meanwhile, an Israel-Hayim poll projects Netanyahu's block securing 53 seats, while Eisenkot's block is projected at 55. Police also detained 16 individuals in Yavnell as part of an investigation into alleged illegal child marriages. In the economic sphere, Israeli cybersecurity startup Huskies has secured a $27 million investment round, led by Blackstone. Founded by IDF Unit 82-0 alumni, Huskies is developing technology to combat the growing threat of a generated internet traffic, which is predicted to constitute 70% of total traffic by 2027. Finally, on other fronts, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez commented on migration, and

3:10the need to help Africa develop. Also posing a critical question regarding Gaza. I'm Noah Levi, thank you for listening to Israel Today ongoing war report. Stay safe and informed. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view.