New cases seen spiking in other ultra-Orthodox cities as well, even as country begins easing restrictions

Health Ministry encouraged by effects of containment measures, but unnamed officials express concern that decision not based only on infection rates

Protests come despite lockdown on Jerusalem neighborhoods expiring, easing of coronavirus restrictions on public prayer, ritual baths

Justice Ministry looking into officer response to violent ultra-Orthodox protest in Jerusalem against coronavirus regulations

Protests erupt over alleged discrimination, as political protests allowed while outdoor prayer services remain illegal under coronavirus regulations

Ultra-Orthodox rioters in Mea Shearim hurl objects at forces who arrest 12; stun grenade explodes next to stroller, hurting 8-year-old; police say didn't see group; 3 officers hurt

Most Israelis satisfied with Netanyahu's management of battle against pandemic, but analysts say his initially savvy handling is being overshadowed by mistakes and petty politics

Law enforcement reportedly uses stun grenades against demonstrators, as officers derided as 'Nazis' by some in Haredi area for enforcing social distancing restrictions

Slogans attacking health minister as enemy of Jewish people painted as parts of capital go into lockdown; Health Ministry proposes restricted zones with high infection rates

Plans drawn up at Treasury said to seek extensive easing of restrictions, with warnings of economic disaster if workers kept home much longer; likely to clash with Health Ministry