Virus czar says government 'trying to prevent a full lockdown,' after Monday sees highest number of new confirmed carriers in 2 months

Itamar Grotto, whose term ends this month, also criticizes government policy seeking to ban visits to other people's homes during Hanukkah

S&P left Israel’s credit rating unchanged, citing strong state institutions and a fundamentally healthy economy. Both are now under assault by the political leadership

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'

Health Ministry deputy director Itamar Grotto reportedly says he didn't see man as he backed up vehicle near his home

Meeting briefly delayed after reports say PM unhappy with infection numbers; no decision to be made on reopening preschools, small businesses until Thursday

Ultra-Orthodox facing growing criticism for continued flouting of rules; deputy health minister calls schools opening early 'a disgrace'

Serological tests show lower infection rates in children 9 and younger, so reopening classrooms up to 4th grade may be safe, Health Ministry's deputy director tells lawmakers

763 patients in serious condition, with 208 people on breathing machines; Haifa hospital calls in extra staff due to surge of virus patients

Yifat Shasha-Biton says government should reinforce hospitals, not shut down country; Health Ministry deputy says healthcare system overwhelmed, denies overcount of fatalities