'It's an unpredictable and unstable situation,' says immune system expert Prof. Cyrille Cohen, urging lawmakers to 'actively encourage herd immunity among the vulnerable'

Virus czar Salman Zarka reiterates importance of indoor masks, says BA.5 strain quickly overshadowing Omicron

Health clinics told to ready to open up shots for youngsters as daily caseload passes 7,000; so far, just 20% in that age group have had even a single shot

Nearly 6,000 new cases diagnosed in a day and 103 in serious condition, with reproduction number climbing to 1.51 — the highest it has been since previous wave

Positive test rate for virus rises to 29.77%, highest since early April; virus czar says it's still not a wave, but admits many cases unreported

Organization says Israeli high-tech sector continues to show strength, but Ukraine war could affect economy through persistent inflation and lower demand from trading partners

Ministry official says kingdom 'fully prepared' to accommodate non-Saudis taking part in this year's ritual, with attendance capped at 1 million Muslims

Mike Peleg, from coastal city of Ashkelon, refuses to pay NIS 500 fine, spends four hours in Dekel Prison before being released

Doctors at Assuta Hospital in Ashdod see 200% rise in cases of CSR, but say it is likely caused by stress brought on by pandemic and closures, and not a COVID side effect

Salman Zarka says staying home will still be recommended for those infected; Health Ministry director says 5th round of vaccination being considered but admits public reluctant