'I’m all for masks. I think masks are good,' says US president, who has long resisted being photographed wearing one; still thinks virus is a nuisance that will go away

Violators will be forced to pay NIS 500; vote delayed on legislation granting Shin Bet authority to use digital surveillance to contain virus spread

Soldiers forbidden from attending large gatherings while on leave, told to prepare for weeks in a row on base; army returning to 'capsule' system in shift rotations

In leaked recordings, Netanyahu heard insisting to Nadav Argaman that the controversial program is needed to contain the virus

With top officials set to meet Sunday to discuss pandemic's resurgence, one measure reportedly being considered is upping fines for those caught without masks in public

Technion submits US patent application, negotiates on mass production

Government has requested local supplier to produce 40 million regular sanitary masks and 11 million N95 models; 'total independence' expected in 2-3 weeks

Majority Jewish Cote Saint-Luc makes face coverings mandatory in public as of June 15; mayor proposed new regulations after conversations with Israeli relatives

Israeli experts back conclusions of meta-analysis that prompted WHO to change its position, say face coverings 'do actually save lives' and are a good long-term public strategy

World Health Organizations says governments should encourage people to cover their mouths and noses if there is widespread transmission or social distancing is difficult