Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa says talks must 'include broader issues,' urges participation of regional countries; Israeli statement on the call doesn't mention US outreach to Iran

Bill passed in 2nd, 3rd readings at plenum; critics have voiced privacy concerns over legislation

Health minister warns Israelis: If you want to have a normal Passover holiday next month, stay home this weekend

Move comes after lawmakers cancel requirement to self-isolate in state-run hotels; humanitarian exceptions will be made

Russian Sputnik V shots are designated for healthcare workers in enclave; shipment coordinated by Abbas rival Dahlan

New Israeli data shows inoculation is also 99.2% effective at preventing serious illness

Abbas rival Dahlan, who is based in Abu Dhabi, said behind the initiative; Israel will reportedly vaccinate 120,000 Palestinian workers

Another 4,406 virus cases diagnosed Tuesday, with 6.4% of tests returning positive; serious cases drop to 981

With 4 million first doses administered and 3 million not eligible due to age or other reasons, there now remain some 1,996,000 Israelis who can get shots but have not done so

As ministers reconvene to discuss when and how to reopen commerce, it's business as usual for the riven, deadlocked cabinet