Coronavirus

Bennett: Help me wake up the government

Yamina chairman demands that a coronavirus testing system be set up, warns of new outbreak in the winter.

Iran reports most new cases of COVID-19 since outbreak began

Iran announces 3,574 new cases of coronavirus, the most in one day since the pandemic started.

Several authors retract study on hydroxychloroquine

Several authors of large study that raised safety concerns about malaria drugs for coronavirus retract the report.

13,696 students and teachers in isolation

46 new coronavirus patients diagnosed today, number of active cases stands at 2,191. 87 schools are closed.

Trains to resume Monday

Railway service to resume operations on June 8, three months after being suspended due to coronavirus crisis.

Six new cases of coronavirus discovered in PA

Total of six new cases of coronavirus registered in PA as Abbas extends state of emergency by one month.

'Israel is on the verge of another outbreak'

Health Ministry official says that the new cases of COVID-19 across the country are a cause for great concern.

Joint List MK tests positive for coronavirus

MK Samy Abu Shahadeh tests positive for coronavirus after his driver tested positive for the virus.

Israeli FM participates in multinational corona videoconference

Foreign Minister Ashkenazi participates in joint discussion with counterparts from US, Australia, India, Brazil, and South Korea on COVID-19

PM: Any educational institution with COVID-19 case will close

Education Ministry rejects call to close all educational institutions as coronavirus crisis continues.

The Chinese Virus: A real time experiment on the power of fear

Fear has turned us away from the gifts of freedom, common sense and critical thinking. Opinon.

Sweden 'could have done better' handling coronavirus

Swedish state epidemiologist Anders Tegnell says country 'could have done better,' would aim for a better middle ground if given the chance.

'We're sowing very dangerous seeds'

'Schools are a source of contagion, they said they would keep the guidelines but compromised,' Health Ministry's Prof. Sigal Sadetski says.

42 schools closed across Israel over coronavirus outbreaks

7,000 students ordered into isolation after 42 schools close across Israel following string of outbreaks. 6 schools closed in last 24 hours

Immigration to Israel expected to double in 2020

Coronavirus pandemic likely to drive up number of people immigrating to Israel, with 50,000 expected to immigrate in 2020.

Knesset approves law limiting damages for canceled flights

Knesset approves first reading of law aiming to help airlines survive by limiting amount of compensation paid to passengers.

Netanyahu staffer tests positive for coronavirus

Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu could be forced into quarantine - again - after office staff member tests positive for coronavirus

'Those who didn't manage to die of flu died of coronavirus'

Former Health Min. Director-General Yoram Lass says 'there was no first wave of coronavirus,' only a few people died of coronavirus.

Concern over multiple waves of coronavirus

New Intelligence Ministry report warns it may take until 2022 for Israel to achieve herd immunity for coronavirus.

Bat Yam closes schools after students infected with coronavirus

Schools in Bat Yam, Be'er Sheva, close after students are diagnosed with coronavirus.

Oporto community donates video proceeds to Israeli food bank

Jewish community in Oporto, Portugal, donates proceeds from video to help feed Israelis suffering from hunger during coronavirus outbreak.

Amsterdam George Floyd protest 'should never have been allowed'

Dutch chief rabbi slams Amsterdam mayor for ignoring social distancing at mass Black Lives Matter protest.

Soldiers with disabilities return to bases following furlough

Soldiers from the IDF’s Special in Uniform project return to bases brimming with motivation and ready to continue defending the country.

New York article bashes infectious disease care - in Israel?

The New York Times no longer seems to stand out as a great newspaper. Opinion.

Isolation requirement for those returning from abroad extended

Cabinet approves extension of emergency regulations on declaration of a restricted area, restriction of activity and home isolation.

Netanyahu decides: Schools to remain open

At end of discussion, Netanyahu decides schools will not close. However, there will be another discussion on matter tomorrow.

116 new coronavirus patients diagnosed in 1 day

5 coronavirus patients die over the last 24 hours, raising death toll to 290.

What would you do with 500 KN95 masks during COVID-19 crisis?

Rabbi Avi Richler donates 500 masks which were distributed to those in need by Rabbi Avrohom Rapoport

Naftali Bennett:

'Government demolished Weizmann Institute COVID testing project'

Former defense minister reveals untold story of how project to expand number of coronavirus tests to tens of thousands deliberately halted.

Recommendation: Extend emergency declaration

'Unlike the surprise of the first wave of the coroanvirus, the Knesset will not be surprised by a second wave.'

Preventing infection, while maintaining normalcy

Jerusalem Council member Elad Malka says city knows how to identify hotspots, but middle schools may need to return to distance learning.

Helping Congo set up 'drive thru' coronavirus centers

MDA helps medical agencies in Congo set up a 'drive thru' sampling facility. 'From the moment they contacted us, we were ready to help.'

Be'er Sheva: Thousands sent home from school to quarantine

Four schools in southern Israel close temporarily after students or staff receive coronavirus diagnosis.

Study: Israel doesn't have coronavirus herd immunity

Serological tests show low rate of immunity among Israeli population.

Munich bans use of yellow stars in protests

After German Jewish groups raise concerns, Munich bans display of yellow stars at coronavirus protests.

Gaza mosques to reopen after coronavirus shutdown

Hamas authorities urge worshipers to abide by social distancing requirements when mosques reopen after being closed for three months.

Armenian Prime Minister tests positive for coronavirus

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says he and his family tested positive for coronavirus.

Will PM go into isolation? PMO employee has COVID-19

Investigation to determine if employee met with Prime Minister Netanyahu recently and if Netanyahu needs to self-isolate for third time.

Netanyahu: We will not put sensors in children

PM at Likud faction meeting slams 'delusional' conspiracy theories over government's response to increase in coronavirus cases.

Benny Gantz:

We'll give legal system, enforcement bodies all necessary backup

Alternate PM and DM Benny Gantz addresses emergency regulations at Blue and White meeting, says his party will back justice system.

Bennett: Creation of a terror state an existential disaster

Yamina leader accuses government of 'blindness' in fight against coronavirus, warns of dangers of 'bad' sovereignty map.

Millions of shekels for nonprofits suffering from coronavirus

MK Bezalel Smotrich's efforts bear fruit as Finance Ministry earmarks over $14m to aid non-profit organizations hurting from outbreak.

'Coronavirus mental health crisis is just beginning'

NGO warns that mental health challenges created by coronavirus and accompanying lockdowns will only increase.

'Israel's democracy is stronger than coronavirus'

Defense Minister Benny Gantz promises changes to emergency bill, says new legislation will dramatically improve status quo.

'Welfare services on the brink of collapse'

Inbal Hermoni, head of Social Workers' Union, warns across-the-board budget cuts may lead to collapse of social services.

Ryanair to drop prices?

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary says he'll work to 'get people moving again,' does not expect quarantine for travelers to work.

Thousands of students quarantined across Israel

Fears of second wave of the coronavirus as new infections confirmed at Hadera, Beer Sheva schools. Thousands of students sent into isolation

Health Ministry: Close schools with more than 3 COVID-19 cases

Health funds responsible for follow-up for quarantined teachers and students, Health Ministry says.

Armenian Prime Minister infected with coronavirus

Prime Minister of Armenia becomes latest world leader to test positive for the coronavirus.

'Police officers won't break into residents' homes randomly'

Justice Min. Nissenkorn promises to protect individuals' rights, ensure 'effective but proportionate legislation.'

Infiltrators creating coronavirus hotspot?

No enforcement or testing created a situation where infiltrators walk free as elderly citizens remain trapped in their homes, activists say.

'An open gate, an open door - that's not an option'

Jewish schools have reopened in the Netherlands, but some worry that their security is compromised

US: Coronavirus death toll rises to 104,356

US records 598 coronavirus deaths in one day, according to Johns Hopkins University.

US supplies Brazil with 2 million doses of hydroxychloroquine

United States supplies Brazil with 2 million doses of hydroxychloroquine for use against the coronavirus.

A second wave of postponing our immediate wants and needs

In light of the rise of recurring corona cases, the issue of postponing our immediate needs and gratifications is resurfacing again.Op-ed

65% of small Israeli start-ups may fail due to coronavirus

Restrictions imposed during coronavirus pandemic could end up killing off nearly two-thirds of small Israeli startups, study shows.

Number of coronavirus infections in Jerusalem school up to 160

The entire school has been asked to self-quarantine until June 9. One of the staff members knew he was sick but came in to work anyway.

Health Ministry to expand testing amid coronavirus resurgence

Following spate of coronavirus cases in Jerusalem schools, Health Minister vows to broaden testing to include those with no symptoms.

Naftali Bennett:

'No justification to impose new lockdowns, we need more testing'

Former Defense Minister warns failure to expand coronavirus testing could lead to new lockdowns across Israel. 'No justification for this.'

New Survey: 40% of Israelis struggling to cover expenses

Welfare requests in Israel rise by 50% following coronavirus pandemic, after unemployment skyrockets to all-time high.