Live UpdateFrom the Liveblog of Sunday, August 14, 2022
Gantz sends condolences to victims of Egypt church fire
Defense Minister Benny Gantz sends his condolences to Egypt, after a fire at a Coptic church killed at least 41 people.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Egypt following the fire incident at Abu Sifine Church in Giza,” Gantz says on Twitter.
“I wish to express my condolences to the families of victims, and a speedy recovery to the injured. The State of Israel stands with you in this difficult time,” he adds.