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A massive forest fire west of Jerusalem has been extinguished after almost three days, a spokesman for Israeli Public Security Minister Omer Bar-Lev confirmed on Wednesday morning. The fire broke out Sunday and continued to spread despite intensive efforts by the fire brigade and the use of firefighting aircraft. According to media reports, drought and strong winds were to blame. According to police, thousands of people had to leave their homes. The army supported the evacuation measures with helicopters. According to Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, several houses in various villages went up i…