As virus cases surge with the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant, US president tries to revive sluggish vaccination campaign

CDC presentation delcared 'The war has changed' as a result of new strain, warns infections in vaccinated individuals may be as transmissible as in the unvaccinated

Global health body says highly transmissible strain, first detected in India, has been recorded in 15 of 22 countries and territories in region, from Morocco to Pakistan

Citing new information on delta variant's ability to spread even among fully vaccinated, CDC also recommends all children and teachers wear masks in schools

Health Ministry says it will limit approval only to children with highest risk of serious complications if they catch COVID-19

17 more patients in serious condition since Monday evening; health minister cautions against 'indifference' to rapidly rising case numbers

Such numbers not seen since mid-March; some 2,000 travelers infected with coronavirus are said to have entered Israel this month

Serious cases rise to 108, with top expert urging steps to curb outbreak; 12 recent Delta Plus cases identified; travelers to no longer be seen off or greeted inside airport

Woman underwent emergency delivery after her condition deteriorated; baby in good health; husband, also unvaccinated, and three children also infected

Public Security Ministry aiming to use a cellphone app to monitor arrivals who are supposed to be in isolation