Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 4, 2026, 04 PM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel Today ongoing war report, I'm Noah Levi. President Trump has indicated the United States may strike Iran's heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site very soon. Pickaxe Mountain, located near Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment facility, is described as a heavily fortified site hosting two deeply buried tunnel complexes. Trump added that Iran will not have nuclear weapons. According to the US President, Washington is watching everything that moves across Iran and could strike again if activity resumes at the site. In Lebanon, media reports suggest an escalation in Israeli attacks. Strikes have reportedly targeted the Al-Juba Ridge and the village of Ayn Al-Tainay in the Western Bicar region, an area that has not seen attacks for several months. Additionally, a structure in Ramadhiya village in southern Lebanon was attacked, reportedly causing at least four injuries.

1:01Targets in the villages of Mefton and Nabiti Al-Forka were also reportedly struck. On the policy front, the US Treasury Department has imposed new Iran-related sanctions on Istanbul-based Golden Global Yatterin Bankarcy and two subsidiaries. The Treasury states these entities were established to enable Iran's Shadow Banking Network to transfer all revenues from China to Turkey. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bersent stated the action means you are out of business and indicated further sanctions against banks are likely on a weekly basis. President Trump also characterized the conflict with Iran as a military conflict, noting that while a lot of people don't call it a war, he does. He contrasted the situation with others where we lost nobody, adding, in this we lost 18 people. In Gaza, Hamas claims Israel spent two months gathering intelligence for a recent operation. According to their claims, Israel utilized aid worker cover and hidden weapons, then deployed a second team behind a target's home.

2:02In Northern Ireland, organizers of the city of Derry Triathlon have confirmed the removal of four Israeli athletes following a request from the Israeli National Federation. The Northwest Triathlon Club cited concerns over athlete and public safety, and stated their position was concerning the representation of the state of Israel in international sport, and the attempt to present normality, while Palestinians continue to suffer. Domestically, yes, attitude MK Michal Shur announced she is leaving the party and will not seek re-election, joining a wave of lawmakers departing the party. Separately, Jafar Farrah, Hadash's second-place Knesset candidate, has withdrawn his candidacy amid allegations of sexual harassment, which he denies. 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.