But Health Ministry official says she won't commit to timeframe; travel restrictions needed to prevent entry of new variants

In an attempt to make sense of how movement patterns have changed worldwide since the start of the deadly virus, data shows Israel hit lowest usage on April 15 last year

Report cites undisclosed US intelligence document that says 3 workers at secretive laboratory that has been tied to coronavirus pandemic sought treatment in November 2019

Members of Health Ministry team dealing with pandemic question motives behind move; deputy health minister rejects concerns, says recommendation properly considered

4,454 new deaths in last 24 hours; true toll thought to be significantly greater; surge of infections appears to be easing in big cities but is devastating the poorer countryside

Officials say if situation in 3 countries doesn't improve they'll be added to 'red list' requiring special permission for travel from Israel and quarantine even for the vaccinated

Francesco Meli, who recovered from COVID-19, will perform arias and duets from popular Italian operas in honor of Italy's Republic Day

Health Ministry expert panel holds talks with Pfizer officials ahead of official OK to begin inoculation campaign for younger teens

Director of medical center warns Strip's health system won't be able to treat virus cases soon if fighting with Israel continues

Medicine hailed as a 'huge breakthrough' by inventors and as a ‘miracle drug’ by Netanyahu embarks on path to possible approval, in hope it will help crisis spots like India