News for Italy Italy surpasses 100,000 COVID-19 deathsItaly records 318 virus-related deaths, taking the total to 100,103. Italian Ambassador to the Congo killed in terror attackAmbassador Luca Attanasio killed in attack on UN convoy in Democratic Republic of Congo. Italy's Liguria region blacklists HezbollahIsraeli Embassy in Italy welcomes Liguria region's move to designate Hezbollah in its entirety as a terrorist organization. Israeli doctors to help coronavirus-stricken region of ItalyAn emergency delegation from the Ministry of Health will set out for Italian province with a widespread outbreak of COVID-19. Police remove helmets in solidarity with protesters as anti-lockdown protest enters day 18Robin Monotti Graziadei: 'When the police and army take the protesters' side, it's Game Over for lockdown.' Italy's hospitals on verge of collapseDoctors' federation calling on government to impose nationwide lockdown as cases mount. PA to Italy: Recognize the 'State of Palestine'PA cabinet leader meets Italian Foreign Minister, urges his country to recognize "Palestine" in response to Israeli actions. Beit El - Palestinian territory?Italian citizens in Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria receive election notices stating that they live in 'Palestinian territories.' Italian PM announces new coronavirus restrictionsAs part of the new measures, restaurants will have to close at midnight while amateur team sports are banned. Israel, Italy to trade missiles, helicoptersIDF and Italian military complete reciprocal purchase deal, with Italy selling Israel training helicopters and purchasing Israeli missiles. Former Italian PM tests positive for coronavirusSilvio Berlusconi announces he tested positive for coronavirus and is in quarantine at home. Italy to donate $1.2 million to support 'Palestinian refugees'Italy will donate $1.2 million to UNRWA to support “Palestinian refugees” in Lebanon. Ambassador to Italy affixes mezuzah in new home: I miss IsraelIsrael’s Ambassador to Italy, Dr. Dror Eydar, affixes mezuzahs to doorposts of new ambassador's residence in Rome. 'Coronavirus is weakening, could disappear on its own'While WHO reports jump in daily infection rate, Italian infectious disease expert says coronavirus is weakening, might disappear. Italian synagogues and churches reopen, but with fewer worshippers allowedHouses of worship reopen in northern Italy, one of the areas hit hardest by the coronavirus. Italy, France announce massive bailouts for tourism industry devastated by pandemicBillions of Euros to be allocated to tourism sector to prevent it from total collapse.Italy to ease some coronavirus restrictionsItaly will allow citizens to do more outdoor sports and exercise near their homes as of May 4, PM announces. Coronavirus death rate down in ItalyThe number of dead in Italy dropped to 431 today. Spain saw an increased amount of victims, while 737 succumbed to the virus in the UK. What did Italy do wrong and Taiwan do right?Will US become second Italy, or even worse? Can lives and economy be saved at same time? What did Taiwan do to keep the CCP virus in check? Italy directs request to Israel's Health MinistryHealth Ministry in Italy asks to use Israeli Health Ministry's publicity video describing coronavirus infection chain. Israeli, 82, dies of coronavirus in ItalyShmuel Safri identified as Israeli who died of coronavirus during trip to Italy. Israeli Consul is helping the family. Italy's coronavirus death toll surges by 919Death toll from coronavirus in Italy rises by 919 to 9,134, the highest daily tally since the epidemic emerged.Remembrance of things pastPeople are writing to each other as if we lived in a previous century and had the luxury of time to do so. This awful epidemic is drawing many people closer together, at least virtually, and I am conjuring up scenes of Italy in better times. Italy is losing its grandparentsIt is not only the loss of the elderly who succumb to the pandemic, it is the loss of everything they have yet to teach us about what counts in life.Death toll in Italy from coronavirus continues to climbItaly reports 793 new deaths from coronavirus, a one-day record that brings its total to 4,825. Israir to operate two flights to ItalyIsrair to bring back Israelis from Italy in the wake of the outbreak of the coronavirus.Italy records almost 6,000 new coronavirus cases in 24 hoursItaly sees staggering increase of 5,986 cases of COVID-19 since Thursday. In Italy, it is not an epidemic - it is a nightmareIn Italy, Corona is killing hundreds of the elderly residing in nursing homes. These are the brave people who built up the country after WWII.Italy's death toll from coronavirus surpasses China'sItaly's death toll from coronavirus rises to 3,405 since February 21. Italy reports record number of deaths from coronavirus in one dayItaly reports 475 new deaths from COVID-19, the highest one-day official toll of any nation since the outbreak began.“One crematorium won't be enough”. Italy at war with coronavirusIn some cemeteries in the north the burial places have run out and the crematoria are working 24 hours a day, with the number of deaths growing day by day. Former leader of Milan Jewish community dies of coronavirusMichele Sciama, former secretary-general of the Jewish Community of Milan, dies of coronavirus at 79. Israel leads in the battle against coronavirusIsrael took the danger seriously from the start and has done everything possible to contain it. If only my country, Italy, had been as wise.Italy reports more than 3,000 new coronavirus cases in one dayItaly reports 3,590 additional cases of the coronavirus, its biggest one-day increase since the outbreak began. Italy, Jerusalem stands with youOld City walls lit with colors of Italian flag in show of solidarity with Italian people over coronavirus crisis.Italy records 250 new cases of coronavirus in one dayNumber of deaths from coronavirus in Italy, the worst hit country in Europe, rises to 1,266. Italian rabbi warns: '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.Italy orders closure of shops amid coronavirus outbreakItalian Prime Minister orders all shops closed except for supermarkets, food stores and chemists. Italy in total lockdown until April as coronavirus spreadsItaly's prime minister locks down entire nation of 60 million people after over 400 die from coronavirus. Italian doctor describes dealing with coronavirus: 'This isn't flu, I'm shaking'Italy's Dr. Daniele Macchini, describes his experience with coronavirus. Here it is, translated from the original Italian.Italy extends travel restrictions in attempt to stop coronavirusItalian Premier Giuseppe Conte announces he is extending restrictions on travel from the north to entire country.97 die of virus in past dayNumber of deaths in country as result of virus rises to 463. World Health Organization finally declares coronavirus 'global pandemic'. My Italy is at war with coronavirusWe read: “It may be necessary to set an age limit when entering the intensive care unit." Read these words again. Then read them again, so you will understand the tragedy a long time in the making. Italy to impose lockdown on 16 million people in Lombardy and other regionsNew guidelines include lockdowns on Lombardy and 11 other provinces.Italian rabbis publish prayer for well-being of coronavirus patientsRabbis in Italy, home to Europe's largest outbreak of coronavirus, compose prayer for victims. Israeli woman becomes first patient-to-patient COVID-19 caseHealth Ministry: Man who returned from Italy worked in toy store before being diagnosed with coronavirus, infected wife. Health Min. official: 'Over 1,400 Israelis have been ordered to self-quarantine'Prof. Itamar Grotto talks about life in quarantine, says COVID-19 is similar to other coronaviruses, likely originated naturally. Israel issues northern Italy travel warningHealth Ministry considering instructing those returning from state to remain in isolation. Within 1 day, 4 patients in Italy died of virus. Health Minister Litzman warns Israelis against traveling to ItalyHealth Min. Litzman may add Israelis returning from Italy, Australia to quarantine list, 'is not afraid to force quarantine.' 15% of Italians say Holocaust never happened, poll findsNew Italy Report poll shows Holocaust denial over five times higher than in 2004. Anti-Semitic vandalism sparks Italy protestHundreds protest in Mondovi, Italy, after vandals scrawl 'Jews Here' on door of concentration camp survivor. Anti-Semitic writing scrawled on Auschwitz survivor's door in ItalyAnti-Semitic writing scrawled on door of now-deceased Holocaust survivor in Italian town of Mondovi. 'When I am PM, Italy will recognize J'lem as Israel's capital'Leading Italian prime ministerial candidate Matteo Salvini also says that the EU must ban the activities of the BDS movement. Italian police arrest suspected synagogue vandal caught on videoPolice in Trieste, Italy use security camera footage to identify synagogue vandal, leading to his arrest. 'How can a Jew be an occupier in Judea?'Head of Shomron Regional Council speaks to members of European Parliament, criticizes EU decision to label "settlement" products. Italy uncovers plot to form new Nazi partyItalian police seize weapons and swords in raids targeting new Nazi party. Venice floods: Italian city hit by highest tide in 50 yearsParts of the Italian city of Venice have been left under water |
