Debate deals with proposals to re-enact curbs on large gatherings, expand Green Pass to entire commerce sector; premier said pushing to bar unvaccinated kids from schools

Salman Zarka says traces of Omicron found in sewage systems, while Sharon Alroy-Preis emphasizes need for vaccines as health officials address joint panel at Knesset

Ministers vote to add 10 countries to 'red' travel list; daily caseload highest since October; health minister says parents must be responsible and vaccinate kids

Ministers expected to authorize the decision later Sunday, with countries to be designated ‘red’ starting Wednesday

Premier reportedly not planning a sweeping ban on international travel, is aiming to turn schools into environment that encourages vaccination

Cabinet to vote on adding US, Canada, Germany, Turkey, Morocco and other countries to 'red' states where travel is barred, as worries over Omicron grow

'I expect all the ministers to understand the seriousness of the situation and not give in to pressure from the public or lobbyists,' TV quotes PM as saying

Decision will go into effect overnight Thursday to allow more time for Israelis abroad to return, Health Ministry says

Health minister says more nations to soon be labeled 'red,' as senior official warns against flying abroad: 'Whoever is planning to travel... is likely to enter full quarantine'

Experts urge leaders to delay outbreak of Omicron variant as long as possible in order to better prepare for handling new strain