MK (Kadima) Gideon Ezra was niftar at the age of 75 following a difficult illness. He was a cabinet minister as well as deputy director of the ISA (Israel Security Agency – Shin Bet).

** IDF tank fire was directed at two images placing an explosive device along Gaza border fence in the Karnei area. According to PA reports, seven injured, including elderly women.

** Rabbonim of the dati leumi community holding a solidarity kenos this afternoon in Yerushalayim to mend fences between factions in that tzibur.

** Tnuva reached agreement with striking employees and a deal was signed by which they will obtain a 15% pay hike along with other perks.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)