Transmission number climbs to 1.28; ministers, health officials to formulate plan for tightening restrictions on gatherings, public activities

Salman Zarka says traces of Omicron found in sewage systems, while Sharon Alroy-Preis emphasizes need for vaccines as health officials address joint panel at Knesset

Ministers vote to add 10 countries to 'red' travel list; daily caseload highest since October; health minister says parents must be responsible and vaccinate kids

Police officials to meet on matter; 62 children, 2 teachers infected in Jerusalem elementary school outbreak; 10 cases of Omicron found on two flights over past week, official says

Government introduces compensation package for tourism sector further decimated by Omicron variant restrictions, including offers of up to $9,500 for those who shift industries

Proposal would bar those without proof of immunity or a negative COVID test from non-essential stores; numerous shop owners vow to oppose step, which one minister calls 'madness'

Decision will go into effect overnight Thursday to allow more time for Israelis abroad to return, Health Ministry says

A variety of jabs have long been required for kids to attend school, but with COVID-19 not yet on the list, it's largely up to individual districts or institutions to make the call

Health minister says more nations to soon be labeled 'red,' as senior official warns against flying abroad: 'Whoever is planning to travel... is likely to enter full quarantine'

While regions across the country open up for inoculated Austrians, those who have not had shots only allowed out for specific reasons