As gyms, hotels open exclusively to those vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19, municipality tries to lure the unvaccinated with a cool vibe and free drinks

US top infectious disease expert says Israeli socialized system simplifies distribution; urges PM not to let guard down if he chooses to declare victory once enough inoculated

Doctors say research answers if first booster can be delayed, one of the most burning vaccine questions internationally; doesn’t prove how long impact of 1st dose alone will last

From Sabbath stews to Russian fried pies to hummus and pizza, Israeli municipalities promise their residents better days through familiar foods

Recommendation by taskforce likely to be approved, with all who have beaten back the coronavirus allowed to get a shot 3 months after recovery

Abu Dhabi sends Russian Sputnik V vaccines to Egypt, from where they are to enter Gaza through Rafah crossing; doses en route after Ramallah sent 2,000 to Strip's medical staff

Top official promises 'uncompromising punishment' for forgeries; businesses and events will be able to open Sunday for those carrying the pass

Ronni Gamzu says high case count, together with high vaccination rates, may cause the virus to evolve to 'escape mutation'; but he voices optimism on collective protection

Estonian intelligence agency says Kremlin thinks pandemic will facilitate emergence of populist and extremist groups, is 'prepared to add fuel to the flames' with smear campaigns

'Green Pass' uses a simple QR code to store inoculation status and personal information; Health Ministry says it will fine those with fake documents, issue more secure ones soon