Israeli firefighters are battling a massive wildfire west of Jerusalem that has burned 2,000 hectares (5,000 acres) of forest over the past three days.
The blaze appeared to have been brought under control on Sunday night but strong winds and low humidity caused it to regain intensity on Monday.
Authorities were forced to evacuate about 2,000 residents of nearby towns and villages as a precaution.
Israel’s foreign minister also asked neighbouring countries for help.
Greece and Cyprus responded with offers to send firefighting aircraft, officials said, though it was not clear if they would be needed.
On Tuesday morning, firefighters were reportedly racing to put out dozens of hotspots, with winds forecast to pick up in the afternoon.
Source: Fiilafmonline/BBC
