Military will lead efforts after plans stall for serological testing at schools; vaccinations for pupils on school grounds still up in the air

Ministry said to rule out serology testing in Bnei Brak during study hours and insist parent must be present, though city already obtained permission from guardians

Bennett says he aims to protect from fresh outbreaks with 'minimum violation of routine,' appoints Roni Numa to handle airport policy; Herzliya, Kfar Saba turn 'yellow'

If the scheduled vote is delayed, the PA might face rising popular anger. If it goes forward, Hamas could surge to victory. Is a distracted Israel ready for any of this?

Health Ministry point man for community says politics contributing to poor enforcement of quarantine rules in education institutions

Positive test rates among ultra-Orthodox down nearly half, but still double the national average; health officials warn it is still too early to resume education in Haredi areas

Despite approval of payments up to NIS 7,500, many to get less than NIS 2,000; welfare chief slams top treasury official for being 'out of touch' with suffering of the people

Roni Numa reportedly among several people being considered for new post announced by health chief; Gantz, Edelstein agree to expand cooperation between defense, health ministries

Gantz reportedly offered post to 2 ex-central command chiefs and a previous head of military ops, but none wanted the politics-laden job; some said to cite conflict of interest

Officer in Manpower Directorate tells Israeli TV that pressure to meet conscription targets came from higher-ups; general denies inflated figures result of ‘malicious intentions’