Jerusalem wildfires: One arrested on suspicion of arson; Hamas makes shocking remark
Jerusalem Wildfires | Jerusalem Wildfires News | IDF ON Jerusalem Wildfires | Israel Wildfire | Wildfires in Jerusalem | Israel News | IDF | Wildfire | Wildfire News The Jerusalem Wildfires, that began on April 30, continued to rage on, with hundreds of firefighters being deployed to combat the blaze. The IDF sent top aircraft to help extinguish the fires. Meanwhile, thousands of residents left their homes, driving through the fire to safety as the cause behind the blaze remained a mystery. At least one person was arrested by Israeli police. Watch the video for details.
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