Move would place ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods in capital, handful of areas around the country on lockdown, though restrictions will be more lax than in hotspot Bnei Brak

Late night meeting also authorizes amendment to Basic Law of State Economy to allow country to tackle financial crisis brought on by virus restrictions

Cabinet expected to approve closure of several cities, Haredi parts of Jerusalem, on Sunday night or Monday; minister says it could be extended to whole country by Wednesday

Whether in US or Israel, traditional seder is going to differ from usual setting with extended families; messages also likely to be inspired by coronavirus crisis

Estimating a shortfall of some 30 million eggs, the government steps up import efforts ahead of the start of Passover on Wednesday evening

A multitude of online resources are available to help navigate the situation and technology this holiday, from using Zoom to ordering kosher food

Health Ministry official says authorities deeply concerned Israelis will hold Seder night with extended family, leading to surge in virus infections

David Lau and Yitzhak Yosef dismiss previous ruling that green-lighted tech option, while two rabbis behind it stick to their guns

Military takes responsibility for country's senior living facilities, forced to change enlistment dates due to pandemic

Relatives will not be permitted to travel to one another for traditional meal on first night of holiday, even if that means individuals will have to observe it alone