5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Egypt's Red Sea Coast, Felt Across Israel

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near the Red Sea coast of Egypt, approximately 38 kilometers from Suez, in the early hours between Sunday and Monday. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometers around 3:00 AM local time. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported the quake's epicenter in Egypt, but it was also felt across various regions in Israel, including central areas such as Be'er Ya'akov, Rehovot, and Ganei Tikva. Residents in Israel received Google alert warnings on their phones about the seismic event. Eyewitnesses described the shaking as noticeable but not strong; for example, Avitar from Merhavim said his bed moved slightly, while Anat from Petah Tikva reported that "everything shook and swayed." The earthquake's impact was significant enough to be felt widely but caused no reported damage or injuries. Authorities continue to monitor seismic activity in the region.