While Hasidic and national religious sectors follow Health Ministry restrictions, Lithuanian ultra-Orthodox leadership orders schools to remain open, violating regulations

Capital hopes thousands of would-be visitors who can’t fly to Israel because of the coronavirus will sign up for virtual visits, on the streets and in the halls of culture

Netanyahu places cards on table, calling on Blue and White to join unity government; Gantz: Someone who wants unity doesn't delay their trial at 1 a.m.

Owners lament new measures, say they should be allowed to serve up to 10 customers at a time, and more governmental help needed; many shops close altogether

Official says 'many' of those who have died from the COVID-19 illness caused by the virus were otherwise healthy; Health Ministry figures show 15% of fatalities were under 40

Arab-led alliance, including Balad, could hand centrist leader the majority he needs to be tasked by president; says it’s only to counter Netanyahu; will oppose unity government

As country slows down with introduction of fresh far-reaching rules in attempt to stop pandemic, May 24 date announced just two days before scheduled hearing

Police say individual had been detained the previous day for the same reason, will appear in court for hearing on his detention

Health ministry official says 2,000 tests will be carried out per day, but only for those deemed to have reason; hopes coronavirus will go this summer or next

Cabinet slows down economy to combat virus; among those to recently fall ill are an airport security guard, a family of seven from the Jerusalem area