Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 4, 2026, 02 PM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel today, ongoing war report I'm Noah Levi. We begin with a significant development in regional tensions. Iran reportedly fired ballistic missiles toward a US base in Jordan, with interceptions observed over the country, according to UNIT. The report also notes Israel launched another wave of strikes in Lebanon. Incurrently, the Security Department of the Upper Galilee Regional Council announced that the IDF is set to carry out a series of strikes on Lebanon in the coming hours. With explosions expected in Western Galilee, the Hula Valley, the Ramim Ridge, and possibly in Northern Gollan Heights. On the diplomatic front, US Treasury Secretary Scott Becent stated that Washington intends to economically suffocate Iran. Becent described Iran's economic state as being in the jaws of economic death due to a collapse in currency and squeezed oil exports, citing the regime's 47-year history.

1:03In Northern Ireland, four Israeli athletes were removed from the list of participants in the city of Derry Triathlon. Event organizers confirmed this followed a request from the Israeli National Federation. The Northwest Triathlon Club cited concerns over athlete and public safety, and a stance against the representation of the state of Israel in international sport. It was not directed at religion or ethnicity, but at the attempt to present normality while Palestinians suffer. Turning to domestic politics, Unity Party Chairman Gillard Erden announced on Friday that he is withdrawing from Israel's 2026 election race. Erden cited weak polling and failed merger attempts, stating the party had little likelihood of crossing the electoral threshold. Yashar Party leader Gadi Eisenkot commended Erden's decision as a responsible and leadership-driven decision that could increase chances for government change. In a related analysis, it is argued that Israel's right is conducting an experiment in political self-sabotage by fragmenting into multiple parties, with politicians reportedly prioritizing

2:09individual status over consolidation. This fragmentation is presented as potentially wasting the makings of an entire government by failing to consolidate potential leaders and voters under one roof. Despite ongoing merger discussions and the formation of technical blocks, I'm Noah Levi. Thank you for listening to Israel Today, ongoing war report. Stay safe and informed. Follow Israel Today, ongoing war report in your podcast app so you don't miss the next update. Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view.