US president disputes efficacy of masks, says they infringe on freedoms, as 77,638 Americans diagnosed in 24 hours and 927 die of COVID-19

PM said NIS 6 billion was being disbursed among all Israelis because it had to go out quickly to get the economy moving, but Blue and White objects to cash for wealthier households

Hours after government reversed no-notice restaurant closure move, and amid complaints of erratic policies and actions, TV report says PM feels 16-member panel unwieldy

Announcements come as infections surge in southern US states; WHO reports 1-day global record of over 237,00 new cases; UN ups appeal for humanitarian aid to over $10 billion

Management at Mishan facility orders self-isolation for all residents, additional testing after 3 employees and resident diagnosed

Daily average continues to inch toward 2,000; 208 patients in serious condition as government implements new restrictions to try and stop the spread

Controversial 'pre-testing' move by SinoPharm raises ethical questions, coming before vaccine had government approval for trials in people

Public security minister claims attorney general is ignoring 'explicit' threats to Netanyahu's life while on a personal 'crusade' against him

Statement was issued by the Prime Minister's Office and Health Ministry in the early hours of July 17; subsequently, amid outcry, restaurant ban was delayed

After restaurants temporarily exempted from sweeping closures, gyms and shops close for weekend while gatherings limited until further notice; education system to run normally