Cabinet gears for critical meeting where additional regulations will be weighed, including closing synagogues and gyms and restrictions on public transportation, restaurants
'We can no longer disrupt the chain of infection,' warns Prof. Eli Waxman, adding that if serious steps aren't taken this week, 'within two weeks we'll have to impose a lockdown'
Health Ministry reports 1,090 new infections in 24 hours, highest-yet daily number of new cases; police to launch enforcement campaign as majority of indoor congregating limited
Most indoor meetings limited to 20 people, synagogues, functions and bars to 50; PM says 'battle will take time,' vows to unveil new economic package to give Israelis 'safety net'
Ministers also agree to limit capacity at event halls to 100 in outdoor areas starting July 9, keep cultural events capped at 250; Netanyahu vows to compensate those harmed
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