Magnitude 4.1 quake in north follows 2 similar earthquakes southeast of city of Ariel.

California Democratic congressman says he is ‘very concerned’ about proposals that ‘would make Israel less democratic’.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu spoke by phone with the commander of Israel's rescue mission in Turkey, Reserve Col. Golan Vach."You represent the delegation with the most experience at the international level. You have a lot of experience that has proven itself. You are doing a first-rate humanitarian act and you bring a lot of respect for the State of Israel and show its true face to the world. Please give my congratulations to all members of the delegation for doing everything you can to save lives. And, also, take care of yourselves," Netanyahu said.Col. (Res.) Vach replied to him, "We are trying our utmost to save lives. We have rescued four people so far and are working In two more. In terms of time, this has been the most successful day ever for such missions, thanks to the fact that you were able to get us out into the field quickly."

A 44-year-old man was injured in a violent incident In Sderot Ben Zvi in Netanya.MDA medics and paramedics evacuated him to Laniado Hospital in moderate condition with penetrating injuries.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Speaks with Col. (Res.) Golan Vach, Commander of the Israeli Rescue Mission in Turkey

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The Secretary General of the PLO Executive Committee Hussein al-Sheikh.announced that Palestinian Authority Chairman Abu Mazen had a telephone conversation with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.Abu Mazen said that the Palestinian Authority is ready to provide any assistance needed by the Syrian people after the severe damage caused by the earthquakes.

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