Decision said made by previous government but not implemented; Israel faced widespread criticism for failing to help Palestinians amid world-beating vaccine drive

Health Ministry says campaign will start with those most at risk of serious illness from COVID-19, as well as those living with family members facing same danger

With most remaining restrictions set to be scrapped this week, Chezy Levy says no plans to end isolation for travelers; Russia, Argentina join travel ban list on Monday

Health Ministry director Chezy Levy says failure to provide shots, or help, Palestinians with inoculation program threatens the gains made by Israel

Health Ministry figures show that 5,003,113 have received two inoculation doses; just 113 new cases detected on Wednesday, though another death brings toll to 6,346

Face coverings still required indoors; Health Ministry recommends wearing masks at large outdoor gatherings

Professor Nachman Ash urges Israelis to stay vigilant, wear masks indoors and in crowded areas, explains new strain showing 'bad signs'

Mandate for face coverings indoors to remain in place and Health Ministry recommends wearing masks at large outdoor gatherings; fewer than 100 people test positive Friday

As Independence Day comes to an end, health minister's announcement of latest milestone in beating back the pandemic gives country another cause to celebrate

Culture of caginess is delaying deal for kids’ vaccines and hampering health community’s preparedness for administering them, claims Nadav Davidovitch