Despite government recommendation, only one-third of pregnant women in Israel have been vaccinated; 50 expectant mothers currently hospitalized, including 8 in critical condition

Civilian who was held by Syrian regime and then returned via Moscow reportedly expresses no regrets for crossing border: 'Syria was, for me, another destination for a trip'

Osnat Ben Shitrit's brother-in-law admits he started large online anti-vaxxer group, remains cautious of shots; sisters say expecting mother feared inoculation while carrying baby

Weekend Update co-host Michael Che cracks that while Jewish state boasts having vaccinated half its citizens, only the 'Jewish half' has gotten the shot

Israeli civilian who had been held by Syrian regime was seen in an SUV on the Lebanese frontier in October, reportedly turned away by IDF

Abu Dhabi sends Russian Sputnik V vaccines from Egypt via Rafah crossing; Hamas officials say they hope for more shipments

Officials tell health providers to prioritize administering second doses as supply runs low, report says

Shoppers largely adhere to health guidelines, though some fail to maintain social distancing; virus czar warns not to 'behave however you want'; transmission rate falls to 0.79

Mayo Clinic findings show vaccine gives 75% protection 15 days after 1st dose, rising to 83% after 36 days; figure climbs to 89% for people who received both doses

PM reportedly assessing idea of giving vaccine doses to other countries, including those with no current diplomatic relations with Jewish state, in bid to boost world standing