Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - September 21, 2026, 06 PM Eastern

0:00You're listening to Israel Today ongoing war report. I'm Noah Levi. Turning to international actions and regional tensions, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a significant upcoming measure against Iran's aviation sector. On September 23rd, all Iranian Airlines are slated to be shut down globally by denying them fuel, landing services and ticket sales. With the threat of being removed from the dollar system for any entities providing these services, this announcement comes amid heightened regional military preparedness. Reports indicate that over 25 refueling aircraft, the highest number since February 2026, are currently stationed at Allu-Dade Air Base in Qatar. Their dispersal suggests a defensive posture against potential Iranian missile strikes, affecting ongoing concerns before the potential escalation of the Iran War.

1:00In southern Gaza, the Israeli Air Force has conducted strikes that eliminated several key Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad figures. The IDF confirmed the death of Nail Abu Obid, commander of Hamas's Rafa Brigade, who they stated was involved in the abduction and long-term holding of IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians, including late IDF Lieutenant Hadar Golden and Sergeant First-class Nimrod Cohen. Also killed in recent strikes in the Karniunis area were Mohammed Suleiman Baik, a commander in Hamas's military wing, who infiltrated Israel on October 7th and planted explosive devices. Mohammed Yazari, commander of the Karniunis Brigade, who was working to rebuild its capabilities. Hudhaif Amuama, a company commander, and Mohammed Barjat Rashid, another terrorist serving in the Karniunis Brigade, separately a Palestinian Islamic Jihad cell commander. Usun Farid said Abu Haddf, who infiltrated on October 7th, was eliminated in Karniunis.

2:00The IDF also announced the killing of Ahmed Batesh, commander of the Jabbalia batter in northern Gaza. The issue of antisemitism continues to manifest in various forms. In Ireland, over 160 sports people, including Olympians, have signed an open letter urging the National Football Team to boycott upcoming UEFA nation's league fixtures against Israel. Sighting protests over the war in Gaza, meanwhile in Jerusalem, the egalitarian synagogue Cole Hain Sharma was vandalized for the fourth time in a month. With intruders stealing a pride flag on Yom Kippur morning, continuing a pattern of attacks against the reform synagogue, further afield in Belville, Ontario, Canada, an armed individual opened fire on the sons of Jacob Synagogue during coal-nidder services. Police officer Const, Jeff Smith, who was present, returned fire, preventing the gunman from entering the building and saving approximately 25 people inside. Smith is in critical but stable condition, according to Ontario's police watchdog, as

3:02the Jewish High Holy Days approach crowds gathered at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv to pray for Salicos. This observance takes place nearly three years after the Hamas invasion on October 7, 2023, underscoring the ongoing impact of the conflict on Israeli society, for continuing coverage of antisemitism around the world, listen to antisemitism watch from clockwork media. Find it at clockworkmedia.org slash watch. I'm Noah Levi, thank you for joining us on 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.