In a statement, PM Netanyahu tells Israel's Ambassador to Panama Reda Mansour that the Druze community is "close to our heart" and that he will work to "strengthen our brotherly bond."

Multiple-car crash sets off an explosion that ignites a fire at Egypt's main cancer hospital, 30 others are injured. Egypt’s public prosecutor is investigating the cause of the incident, but there is no official statement indicating that the explosion was a terrorist attack.

Jewish author and spiritual guru says, "I understand the occupation of the Golan Heights, but only until there is a stable government in Syria with whom one can negotiate." Williamson is one of 16 Democratic candidates who has said that as president, they would re-enter Iran nuclear deal.

India's prime minister thanks "my friend Netanyahu" after embassy extends wishes on the occasion of India's Friendship Day. "I hope that our friendship will continue to thrive and grow even further," Modi says. "I could not agree with you more," Netanyahu responds.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announces Turkey planning third incursion into Syria in as many years. Turkey is losing patience with the US, which promised it to set up a safe zone in northeastern Syria that would be cleared of Kurdish militia but has not done so.