 'Populists to blame for surge in coronavirus infections'9,589 new infections diagnosed in a single day, with 7.6% of tests coming back positive. Health Minister: Demonstrations are dangerousMinister Yuli Edelstein explains to govt. why he did not seek to ban demonstrations despite the danger they represent.'We must impose a total lockdown and close all schools'Amid rising infection rates, Yuli Edelstein calls for total lockdown, closing schools and all non-essential businesses, with no gatherings. Edelstein stops allocation of vaccines to Ichilov HospitalMove comes after the hospital vaccinated teachers in violation of guidelines. The hospital explains: We had leftover doses. 'We're winning vaccine race, but losing the war to the mutation'1 out of 8 Israelis have received COVID vaccine, putting Israel far ahead of all other countries - yet infection rates continue to surge.Edelstein: I will propose a full lockdown for two weeksHealth Minister Yuli Edelstein: In view of a significant increase in cases, I will propose to impose a full lockdown for two weeks. Health Minister ends mandatory hotel isolation for returneesUnder new guidelines, Israelis returning from abroad will be required to undergo COVID tests, isolate at home. Israel continues to lead world in Corona vaccinationsA little over a week into the vaccination campaign about 379,000 Israelis vaccinated; 98,916 over the past day. Israeli technology to allow nationwide vaccine distributionMin of Health described how vaccine is repackaged and stored in temps of -2 degrees Celsius for access at any point in Israel. 280,000 people vaccinated in first weekHealth Minister provides update on progress of vaccination campaign as Israel prepares to enter 3rd lockdown. Vaccines on Shabbat? This is the position of Chief Rabbi David LauChief Rabbi says permission to vaccinate in Shabbat will be considered when vaccinations are given in all hours of the day during the week. Edelstein: The Likud is my home and I will not leave itHealth Minister stresses that he does not intend to leave the Likud like Ze'ev Elkin did. Third lockdown is now inevitable, says Israeli Health Minister'We wasted precious time, now the infection rate leaves us no choice but to impose a lockdown,' says Health Minister Yuli Edelstein. 'Esther was murdered with monstrous cruelty'52-year-old mother of six Esther Horgan, who was murdered by an Arab terrorist while jogging, will be laid to rest this morning. Health Minister: Spreaders of fake news have no conscienceEdelstein promises: "We'll monitor everyone who gets the vaccine to make sure they're okay."Health Minister Yuli Edelstein: 'We're going to shut stores again'"Effects of vaccination program won't be felt till March. We're just a week away from harsher restrictions." 'A bad coalition is better than elections'Edelstein believes vaccine campaign will be launched within week, and that government problems can be solved, even in current composition. Netanyahu to become first world leader to be vaccinated against coronavirus - on camera"The dangers of not being vaccinated outweigh those of the vaccine; I'll be first, & I hope everyone will follow suit." PM: We will vaccinate 60,00 people a day starting Dec. 27Prime Minister Netanyahu, Health Minister Edelstein meet with HMO directors to prepare to distribute coronavirus vaccines. Will Netanyahu and Edelstein vaccinate before cameras?Prime Minister and Health Minister weigh vaccine photo-opportunity. 'Form group of ministers working to regulate young communities by government decision'Talia Sasson's report is worth a newspaper article because it never passed government decision, said Minister Yuli Edelstein tonight. Health Minister unveils reopening of tourism sector in Eilat'Finally, tourism has resumed in Israel.' Minister Yuli Edelstein marks reopening of Eilat's tourism sector, as pandemic continues.Health Minister condemns leak of details of Pfizer vaccine deal"This is going to make it more difficult for us to reach deals with other companies," Edelstein fumed.Health Minister Yuli Edelstein: Night curfew being seriously discussedHealth Minister refers to measures being considered, cools vax enthusiasm: 'Significant amount of vaccines won't reach Israel this year.' Israeli delegation heads to Czech Republic to provide COVID aidDelegation will include doctors from several hospitals & MDA paramedics. Health Ministry to cut quarantine time down to 12 daysMinister Yuli Edelstein orders Health Ministry to put together plan for reducing mandatory isolation period for possible carries to 12 days. Edelstein vs Katz: You'll cause another lockdownHealth Minister says Finance Minister's call to open shops is reckless and irresponsible.Edelstein: Opening up the entire economy? Populist discourseHealth Minister: I'm tired of this discourse of hatred, let's stop blaming one another. Finance Minister Yisrael Katz: 'Health Ministry detached from the people'Minister Katz sharply attacks Health Ministry, that opposes opening businesses, ahead of Corona cabinet discussions. 'What's this insanity?' Fury in cabinet over reopeningHealth, Finance Ministries in uproar over whether to allow stores to reopen next week. Edelstein: 4.2 million flu vaccines to arrive in IsraelHealth Ministry purchases almost twice as many vaccines as last year. Regarding COVID-19: 'We'll bring proposal to increase fines.' Health Minister: 'We'll cut off funding from schools that open, revoke their licenses'Minister Edelstein notes drop in contagion rates, says lockdown has paid off. 'We're not suffering for nothing, the stats are getting better'Minister Yuli Edelstein expresses optimism over decline in coronavirus infection rates, but warns 'Not everyone is adhering to the rules.'Health Minister: Great danger in Simchat Torah celebrationsMinister Edelstein presents new technologies for rapid testing, says length of lockdown rests on following health guidelines. Israel now has more daily coronavirus-related deaths per capita than the U.S.Coronavirus is spreading faster and wider than ever before - no one is immune. Health Minister: I'll pray in a small minyan with a maskMinister Edelstein calls on public to obey health instructions during Yom Kippur fast.Health Minister Edelstein: We will not repeat the mistakes of the pastHealth Minister Yuli Edelstein: We will lift the lockdown slowly. We will not repeat the mistakes of opening everything all at once. Health Minister: I don't want to lie - it may take time"There will not be a moment when we say this is it, a sigh of relief, everything is over. The exit from the closure will be gradual." 3,192 new COVID cases, 534 in serious conditionDeath toll from coronavirus rises to 1,136. Health Minister: This is the proposal, there will be no negotiationsMinister Yuli Edelstein says lockdown proposal that will be submitted to government for approval is necessary in order to reduce infection.Health Minister 'understands all our fundamental rights''But what about the rights of a citizen who has diabetes or lung disease?' - Edelstein.Edelstein: Religious and political gatherings should both be restrictedHealth Minister Yuli Edelstein explains decision to lockdown 30 towns and cities. 'If we follow the rules there won't be lockdowns.' Yuli Edelstein: 'Lion's share of infections are in haredi and Arab sectors''Israel's past governments should be embarrassed at high infection rates in crowded haredi, Arab, sectors,' Health Min. Edelstein says.Health Minister Yuli Edelstein to urge holiday lockdownHealth Min. Edelstein to support closing schools in 'red' cities, lockdown over holidays. 'Schools opened despite wildly spreading virus.' Health Minister to Sovereignty Youth: 'I'm committed to the sovereignty vision'Health Minister Yuli Edelstein meets Sovereignty Youth reps, praises activity, expresses continued commitment to vision and implementation.Yuli Edelstein: 'Don't fly to Uman''Responsibility means not gathering together,' Health Minister Edelstein says. Israel, UAE reach agreement on health cooperationIsraeli, UAE health ministers agree on "immediate" cooperation between the nations on health issues, specifically COVID-19. Yuli Edelstein: 'A Palestinian state won't be created'Health Min. Edelstein promises: 'No Palestinian state as long as I'm in the government, children in Samaria deserve equal rights.' Equal restrictions for synagogues and restaurantsNumber of attendees at restaurants, public places, businesses and houses of worship will be limited to 20 in a closed space.'We're going to end the weekend lockdowns'Yuli Edelstein vows to cancel weekend lockdowns. 'They don't accomplish anything besides irritating the public.' Coronavirus Cabinet to be reduced in sizeMinisters say Coronavirus Cabinet's size complicates decision-making process. Forum will be reduced from 16 ministers to 10. Health Min. Edelstein apologizes for delay in appointing Covid-19 managerEdelstein's comments come after appointment of Prof. Ronni Gamzu, CEO of Tel Aviv's Ichilov Hospital, to the position.Yuli Edelstein: 'Knesset Coronavirus Committee is leading us to a full lockdown'Yuli Edelstein blasts Knesset committee for overturning government ban on dining at restaurants. 'The numbers are still very troubling.' Ministers decide: Significant addition to health system manpowerHealth and Finance Ministers agree on reinforcement of 2,000 nurses, 400 doctors, manpower, and additional procurement for health system. 'I've done everything to avoid closure, but options are running out'Health Minister Edelstein holds press briefing during which he discusses fight against coronavirus. Yuli Edelstein to Pres. Rivlin: 'Encouraged by cooperation in fighting coronavirus'President Rivlin meets with the top Health Ministry officials to discuss coronavirus outbreak and efforts to halt infections.Health Minister: We are dealing with a very dangerous virusYuli Edelstein warns Knesset decision to open gyms and pools could lead to stricter closure if situation worsens. |
