Coronavirus

'We're grateful for what we have, it's for our greater good'

Head of Yeshivat Makor Haim, Rabbi Zinger, being treated for the coronavirus, said the ordeal was for the greater overall good.

Netanyahu holds weekly cabinet meeting via video conference

"This is an example of learning the guidelines we issued yesterday to reduce gatherings and maintain distance. We are strict about this."

Bennett authorizes IDF to call up reserves

Order signed by DM Bennett authorizes IDF to call up 2,000 reserve soldiers to strengthen Home Front Command in addressing corona crisis.

Netanyahu: This is my proposal to Gantz

PM describes proposals to Blue and White leader for formation of government in light of the coronavirus crisis.

Netanyahu's trial postponed to May 24

Panel of judges for PM's trial announce first hearing to be held in over 2 months.

Number of coronavirus infections in Israel rises to 200

2 of those infected are in serious condition, 11 moderate, 178 light, 4 have recovered. Most hospitalizations - at Sheba in Tel Hashomer.

Gaza takes precautionary measures amid coronavirus outbreak

Gaza authorities close border crossings, schools and universities closed amid concerns over COVID-19.

Wife of Spain's PM tests positive for coronavirus

Begoña Gómez, wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, tests positive for COVID-19 and is reportedly in good health.

PA demands Israel release terrorists

PA cabinet leader demands that all security prisoners be released due to the spreading of the coronavirus in Israel.

COVID-19 Test Decision-tree “Lets contagious horses out of the barn”

Trump tests negative for coronavirus

White House physician says Trump tested negative for COVID-19.

New app can tell you if you're at risk for coronavirus

Israelis develop new app to alert users if they have been exposed to coronavirus.

These are the decisions regarding public transportation

Transportation Min. Smotrich urges: 'Only travel if absolutely necessary,' says 'passengers will only be able to pay with Rav Kav cards.'

Cirque du Soleil cancels Israel show

Canadian entertainment group cancels Israel show in wake of coronavirus spread.

Preschools and hesder yeshivas to close

PM Netanyahu announces: Preschools and daycares to close. DM Bennett orders hesder yeshivas, yeshiva dorms, to close as well

'Technological tracking will save lives'

MKs respond to possible tracking measures aimed at tracing tracks of coronavirus patients. Shaked: 'Harms privacy but saves lives.'

Blue and White changes tune: 'Prepared to join emergency gov't'

Netanyahu repeated his call on leaders of left bloc to join emergency government following spread of the coronavirus.

Netanyahu to Gantz: 'Put your cynicism and skepticism aside'

Netanyahu calls on leaders of the left-wing bloc to form national emergency government.

Knesset to be sworn in Monday

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein says swearing-in ceremony to take place as scheduled.

PM Netanyahu: 'We're at war, we can beat this virus'

PM Netanyahu announces new steps to stem coronavirus outbreak, urges Israelis to practice social distancing and wash hands.

MDA: Those with beards can't help coronavirus patients

MDA Director-General says anyone can join first response organization, but only those without beards can respond to coronavirus patients.

IDF cancels reserve unit training at least until Passover

IDF announces reserve units' training will be delayed in light of the recent rise in coronavirus cases in the country.

Brazilian Jewish schools close to prevent coronavirus infections

School closures 'aimed at preventing an epidemic,' statement by one of them says.

Police investigating Israelis suspected of quarantine violations

Israel police investigating 21 people suspected of violating self-quarantine orders.

Mossad working to obtain coronavirus tests

The Mossad and other security organizations are working with the Israeli government to obtain more coronavirus test kits, report says.

Poll: Most Israelis want a unity government

New poll shows: Most Israelis trust PM Netanyahu to manage coroanvirus crisis, want a unity government.

Trump says he's awaiting results of coronavirus test

US President Donald Trump announces that he's been tested for the coronavirus last night and is awaiting results.

Number of coronavirus cases jumps to 193

PM Netanyahu: Don't panic, supermarkets and food factories will operate as usual.

PM Netanyahu to make announcement at 8:30p.m.

PM Netanyahu holds meeting with ministers, director-generals, will make important announcement following the meeting.

Jewish agency to send teen emissaries home

In a reversal, Jewish Agency sending teen emissaries back to Israel, and to quarantine.

Watch: Pence holds press conference with coronavirus task force

Watch live as Vice President Pence holds a press conference with the coronavirus task force.

'You're a liar, anti-Semitic and contemptible'

Defense Minister lashes out at MK Aida Touma Sliman who falsely accused IDF of spraying Palestinian Arabs.

'The biggest liar about coronavirus is Trump'

Hezbollah leader says that if Trump is serious about helping Iran confront coronavirus, he must lift the sanctions.

Italy records 250 new cases of coronavirus in one day

Number of deaths from coronavirus in Italy, the worst hit country in Europe, rises to 1,266.

Israel sends coronavirus test kits to Gaza

Approximately 200 coronavirus test kits enter Gaza through the Erez crossing. COGAT: Viruses and diseases have no boundaries.

Trump declares national emergency over coronavirus

Move provides $50 billion to states fighting to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

Brazilian President denies testing positive for coronavirus

"Don't believe in the fake news media!" says Jair Bolsonaro after reports say he tested positive for COVID-19.

Number of coronavirus cases in Israel rises to 143

Government considering series of measures to stop spread of COVID-19, including banning non-essential workers.

Netanyahu: No reason to storm supermarkets

PM Netanyahu: 'We'll increase the pace of testing, work to reduce infection rate, there'll be enough food in general and for the holiday.'

Sources: Blue and White may agree to sit under Netanyahu

Political sources say Blue and White may agree to sit with Netanyahu, are not looking to form short-term emergency government.

'Coronavirus impact on flight bookings is worse than after 9/11'

JetBlue Airways CEO Robin Hayes says the airline is facing a more significant drop in bookings than after 9/11.

Blue and White pushing for new Knesset speaker

Blue and White pushes to hold vote to replace Yuli Edelstein as Knesset Speaker. Likud: Request is 'embarrassment,' and petty politics.

'We're working to form a government quickly'

MK Ayelet Shaked urges Israelis to follow Health Ministry guidelines, promises to work to help small businesses and the self-employed.

Rabbi Riskin: 'Those over 70 should not go to synagogue'

Efrat rabbi urges public: Follow Health Ministry guidelines, take added precautions. 'Those age 70 and older should not pray with a minyan.'

Number of coronavirus patients jumps to 126

Nearly 2,500 healthcare workers are in quarantine as number of cases jumps to 126.

Post Purim thoughts: Corona Virus will be overturned

Italian rabbi: 'Listen to the Israeli government, they're right'

'Our healthcare system is collapsing, listen to the Israeli government - they're right,' Chabad emissary to Milan warns.

Top Dutch museums close over coronavirus

Major museums announce closure to help stop spread of coronavirus as Netherlands bans gatherings of over 100 people.

Khamenei's adviser contracts coronavirus

Ali Akbar Velayati, top adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader, under quarantine after contracting COVID-19.

Should schools close to prevent the spread of coronavirus?

Dr. Ashish Jha of Harvard's School of Public Health explains the effectiveness of school closures and the challenges they present.

Former Deputy Chief of Staff: Include Joint List in gov't

MK Yair Golan: Coronavirus outbreak does not differentiate between Jews and Arabs.

MKs to be sworn in in three rounds

Due to coronavirus, swearing-in ceremony of the 23rd Knesset will take place in three rounds, with 40 MKs taking part in each round.

Canadian company produces viable vaccine candidate for COVID-19

Medicago, a biopharmaceutical company in Quebec City, develops vaccine against coronavirus.

Canadian PM's wife tests positive for coronavirus

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, wife of Justin Trudeau, tests positive for COVID-19 and will remain in isolation. PM not exhibiting symptoms.

MLB, NHL cancel games amid coronavirus outbreak

Major League Baseball cancels Spring Training and delays start of the season, while National Hockey League suspends 2019-2020 season.

How quickly can a coronavirus vaccine be developed?

Test kits, antiviral drugs and vaccines: The science you need to know about coronavirus.

'Supporters of terrorism will not be part of the government'

PM invites Gantz to meeting with the goal of forming a national emergency government.

Jewish heroism in the shadow of the coronavirus

A Jewish family searched for a mohel to carry out their baby boy's brit milah in a corona-infested Ukrainian city.

New York Mayor declares state of emergency

Mayor Bill de Blasio signs order halving number of people permitted in restaurants as confirmed cases of coronavirus double in NYC.

Gantz agrees to discuss formation of unity government

Blue and White leader expresses openness to unity government to fight against coronavirus with Netanyahu.