Meeting only begins at 2 a.m., with ministers said to still be fighting as dawn breaks over different aspects of plan to reopen economy, allow exercise and prayer gatherings

After detailed new guidelines published, one minister writes to others Health Ministry 'making a mockery of cabinet'; another wonders 'why we need a cabinet meeting' at all

PM to speak at 9 p.m.; cabinet to discuss, approve removal of some elements of lockdown, social distancing -- though under strict requirements to prevent increased infection rates

TV says deal reached to open many small shops, factories, allow joint child care, outdoor prayer for up to 10; top health official warns of new coronavirus wave in winter

Health officials back cautious, slow approach, angering treasury; reported compromise could see some stores and workplaces reopen next week

Bakeries reopen, limited public transport resumes and Israelis can again leave their hometowns if they comply with general coronavirus restrictions

Health, finance ministries fighting over scope of steps; after weeks of delay, Israel finally passes 10,000 tests a day

Plane from Seoul also carries some 50,000 personal protective suits for Israeli medical staff

Scientists, mathematicians and strategists are devising all manner of plans to beat the virus and revive the economy. The government is listening... and weighing its next moves

Moshe Bar Siman-Tov says in next few weeks government may increase number of those allowed to return to workplace, permit people to venture more than 100 meters from home