Coronavirus forces cancellation of Eurovision 2020 music competition Coronavirus pandemic forces iconic annual music extravaganza, won four times by Israel, to cancel for first time in its 64-year history. March 18, 2020
Third Blue and White MK reportedly bucks partnership with Arab party MK Omer Yankelevitch is reportedly the third Blue and White party member to oppose partnership with the Joint List. March 18, 2020
Joint List MK Yazbak: We want ‘to divest’ Israel of Judaism and Zionism Balad’s platform opposes a solely Jewish state and wants to see Israel defined as a state of all its citizens. March 18, 2020
Israel can expect 10,000 coronavirus infections by month’s end, disease researcher warns Epidemiologist warns of explosive growth of coronavirus infections. March 18, 2020
Israel prepares for ‘inevitable’ nationwide curfew as coronavirus cases grow Minister of internal security alerts police, fire chiefs to prepare for 'inevitable' curfew in coming days to fight spread of coronavirus March 18, 2020
Israel’s corona hotel in Tel Aviv receives its first guests The Dan Panorama received its first 10 coronavirus cases upon opening as one of four hotels serving as isolation centers in Israel. March 18, 2020
Jewish astronaut gives shout-out from space as Tel Aviv comes to view Jessica Meir is the fourth woman of Jewish heritage and the 15th overall to be part of a space mission. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Jewish NASA astronaut Jessica Meir tweeted an inspiring message as ... March 18, 2020
Israel leads fight against coronavirus; 2 vaccines could be ready in mere months Two companies are working on vaccines that could be rolled out within the next few months. March 18, 2020
Even coronavirus can’t conquer wedding fever in Israel “In the end, it was a very beautiful wedding because the people who came were more motivated to add positive energy to the celebration,” the bride reports. March 18, 2020
‘This is a matter of life and death’: Netanyahu announces 3 new coronavirus guidelines I will do everything in my ability so that we successfully overcome this test, We're only at the start of the battle, Netanyahu said. March 17, 2020
‘Stay at home’: Health Ministry chides Israelis for flouting restrictions Health Ministry officials warned on Tuesday that Israelis risked letting the coronavirus pandemic spiral out of control by refusing to comply with restrictions on activities, gatherings, and movement. March 17, 2020
MK Orly Levy Abekasis to split from left wing, sit as independent The Gesher Party leader had joined with Labor-Meretz for the recent election, but opposes a minority government propped up by the support of Arab parties. March 17, 2020
No parks, playgrounds or pools: Israel Health ministry issues still tighter restrictions Health Ministry issues new orders to keep Israelis out of parks, playgrounds, and gyms. March 17, 2020
Ben Gurion Airport closes down one of its two terminals Older, smaller Terminal 1 at Ben Gurion International Airport to be closed as pandemic chokes off domestic and international charter flights. March 17, 2020
Polls: Blue and White supporters turn on party over minority government Polls show the Right would gain 61 seats due to opposition within Blue and White over a minority government. March 17, 2020
Israeli coronavirus cases keep rising as number hits 324 Israel is establishing three facilities to be used for non-severe coronavirus cases. March 17, 2020
Israel limits Palestinian workers into Israel to vital sectors Only Palestinian Arab workers involved in vital sectors of the economy will be permitted entry. March 17, 2020
Defense Minister Bennett: No audiences at Memorial Day events Graveyard ceremonies to be cancelled, replaced by candlelight vigil by IDF soldiers and reading of Kaddish (the mourner’s prayer). March 17, 2020
IDF to set up drive-thru coronavirus testing stations The drive-thru initiative will increase the number of those tested. March 17, 2020
Senior Israeli doctor at lab stricken with virus, protective gear in short supply 'We need to find a more effective course of action,' said one doctor. March 17, 2020
No general lockdown, but Netanyahu announces new restrictions to thwart coronavirus Netanyahu addressed the nation in a televised statement introducing new restrictions to stop the spread of COVID-19. March 16, 2020
Liberman introduces bill to oust Netanyahu amid coalition jockeying The first bill submitted to the newly sworn-in Knesset threatens to oust the prime minister in a move seen as a coalition ploy by Avigdor Liberman. March 16, 2020
New orders to stem spread of coronavirus in IDF IDF rolls out new safety measures as 3,700 troops quarantined; combat troops to be restricted to base. March 16, 2020
Opinion: The struggle for Israel’s Jewish soul The possibility of a minority government that relies on the Joint List underscores the danger of accommodating parties that propagate Israel’s transformation into a Palestinian Arab-Muslim state. March 16, 2020
Israel’s new parliament sworn in under special coronavirus conditions Instead of a full Knesset, the normally festive occasion turns somber under coronavirus shadow as members sworn in three at a time. March 16, 2020
Sharansky: They’re saying Jews are to blame for coronavirus Sharansky said that anti-Semites were using the coronavirus epidemic to spread their hateful message. March 16, 2020
Gantz calls for unity, an end to ‘schism,’ as he takes baton to form government Gantz said he would work for all of Israel's citizens. March 16, 2020
Gantz officially tasked with forming new government President Rivlin calls on opposition leader to form government quickly in the face of the 'national and international crisis' due to the coronavirus March 16, 2020
WATCH: Jerusalem yeshiva students find way to celebrate wedding despite corona Israelis at the prestigious Mercaz Harav yeshiva in Jerusalem celebrated a wedding Sunday with guests on their porches, abiding by the rule, amid the coronavirus pandemic, not to participate in a gathering of m... March 16, 2020
WATCH: IDF chief implores army to follow coronavirus guidelines Kochavi stresses the importance of following the Health Ministry's instructions amid the coronavirus pandemic, telling soldiers to give up on what's comfortable for now for the future. March 16, 2020
Israeli coronavirus cases climb to 250 as streets empty 'From the north to the south the streets can be seen void of people,' the Israel Hayom newspaper reported. March 16, 2020
Despite privacy fears, Israel takes step toward surveillance of citizenry to track virus Knesset subcommittee must give the OK before Shin Bet can begin. March 16, 2020
Israeli officials talk of mass shutdown, locking people in homes to halt contagion Health officials are calling for a nationwide lockdown. March 16, 2020
Netanyahu, Gantz meet with Israel’s president to explore path to unity The leaders of the two biggest parties met to discuss the possibility of a broad unity government. March 15, 2020
Coronavirus spurs 20,000 Americans to leave Israel in past two weeks Americans are among the almost 200,000 foreigners who left Israel since March 27 as the coronavirus spreads. March 15, 2020
Rivlin selects Gantz to form new government After wooing the support of the Arab Joint List and Avigdor Liberman's party, Netanyahu's primary challenger Benny Gantz was chosen by Rivlin to try to form a new Israeli government. March 15, 2020
Netanyahu era appears over as Liberman backs Gantz Liberman threw his support behind Benny Gantz, giving the opposition leader the necessary majority. March 15, 2020
Battling corona: Defense Minister authorizes call-up of 2,000 reservists Israeli army to call up 2000 army reservists to help the country deal with the coronavirus crisis. March 15, 2020
Al-Aqsa Mosque and Dome of the Rock closed by coronavirus Since the outbreak of the coronavirus on Israel's shores, Jewish, Muslim, and Christian leaders have been cautioning worshipers to stay away from religious sites. March 15, 2020
Security officials arrest Israeli Arab mother recruited by Hamas Shabak security service arrested Israeli-Arab mother of two suspected of raising money and sourcing equipment for the Hamas terror organization. March 15, 2020
Palestinian Authority denies Jewish history in Jerusalem The Palestinian Authority continually accuses Israel of fabricating Jewish history in Jerusalem. March 15, 2020
Arab List recommends Gantz for premiership, could spell end of Likud rule The Joint List said it wants Benny Gantz to set up a government. March 15, 2020
Privacy issues swirl as Netanyahu proposes tracking technology to fight virus 'Using special technological means is far-reaching and harms peoples' privacy on every level,' said MK Revital Swid. March 15, 2020
Israel’s president begins talks on forming new government as members of the main opposition party, Blue and White. March 15, 2020
Israel’s coronavirus cases jump to 200 as country heads into partial shutdown Confirmed coronavirus infections in Israel reaches 200 as education system, shopping malls, restaurants, entertainment venues close in bid to stop spread of coronavirus. March 15, 2020
Netanyahu trial postponed as justice minister declares state of emergency The order delays most legal proceedings in Israel, Channel 11 reports. March 15, 2020
‘We’re at war’: Netanyahu announces dramatic new guidelines to fight coronavirus Netanyahu announced strict new guidelines to combat the coronavirus. March 14, 2020
Coronavirus effects starting to pressure Israel’s health system The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Israel rose to 126 Friday, with 2,497 health workers in mandatory quarantine. March 13, 2020
Israeli tourism industry in free fall amid coronavirus threat The Israeli tourism industry is looking at losses of NIS 12 billion by the end of the year. March 13, 2020
Netanyahu and Gantz agree to work toward emergency unity government Netanyahu made the offer in a nationally televised address, telling the nation that the virus does 'not differentiate' between Jews and non-Jews or between the political left and right. March 12, 2020
Israel shutters schools and universities as coronavirus battle rages on Netanyahu announced on Thursday evening that Israeli schools and universities will be shut to thwart the spread of the coronavirus. March 12, 2020
Avoid prayers at Western Wall due to coronavirus, says Israel’s chief rabbi Israel’s Sephardic chief rabbi said people should avoid praying at the Western Wall or in large groups due to the dangers posed by the coronavirus. March 12, 2020
Coronavirus in Israel: ‘It’s much worse than we think’ Newsweek columnist Marc Schulman, editor of historycentral.com, discusses with ILTV the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on the Israeli economy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qqw0tMn3n3Y... March 12, 2020
Number one priority is to ‘dethrone’ Netanyahu, says former defense minister 'We will go for any government that will make sure that Netanyahu is dethroned,' Ya'alon said. March 12, 2020
Corona hits Israeli pro basketball, soccer Israel's top professional sports leagues to play games before empty stands; future of season in doubt March 12, 2020
Israeli schools to be closed until after Passover holiday, reports say Israel will reportedly shutter schools to protect students during the pandemic. March 12, 2020
Christian Israeli-Arab high school holds ‘Palestine Day,’ wipes Israel off map The Episcopal Catholic High School, which receives government funding, was selected three years ago as one of Israel's most outstanding schools, according to the Ministry of Education. March 12, 2020
Israel’s Interior Minister calls for ‘national emergency government’ in time of corona Interior Minister Arieh Deri is calling for Blue and White to join with Likud to establish a national emergency government. March 12, 2020
Brown University committee: Divest from firms profiting from ‘occupation of Palestinian land’ 'I am really excited that ACCRIP took this step towards divestment,' Tal Frieden, a member of student group Jewish Voice for Peace, told The Brown Daily Herald. March 12, 2020
Israeli agriculture minister: No food crisis due to coronavirus The local supply is enough for everyone, said Tzachi Hanegbi at an emergency agricultural meeting. March 12, 2020
