TV report says Albert Bourla amenable to supplying Jewish state with 3 million shots after chatting with premier about Jewish and Greek heritage

Legislation allowing hotels to open passes despite warning from health officials that rapid testing necessary for keeping areas virus-free won't be ready for several more days

Health officials reportedly skeptical plan to confine people to their homes at night will be successful, amid growing concerns about virus transmission rate

But Swedish furniture chain says it should be permitted to open select departments selling essential products, believes Health Ministry will agree

Furniture chain argues it sells home maintenance products and is therefore an essential business, vows to open despite threat, TV report says

Public broadcaster says acquisition talks with US pharma firm being led by junior officials, prompting criticism of Health Ministry director for not prioritizing the purchase

A day after legislation is pulled by health minister, lawmakers vote to soften restrictions, say they will tackle opening more later

As testing ramps back up after weekend, Health Ministry figures show positive test rate dropping

With infections remaining over 500 a day, a key threshold for rolling back more restrictions, PM says next phase of easing measures may be put off

Itamar Grotto, one of the top officials leading Israel's coronavirus response, says he's stepping down 'to rest a bit and embark on a new path'