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Prof. Gabi Barbash accepts prime minister's offer to oversee coronavirus response. Gov't, coronavirus committee against at loggerheads over restrictions. Progress in negotiations to end social workers' strike, while nurses poised to take labor action on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ministerial forum discusses additional restrictions to curb spread of infection. Palestinian Authority considers weekend lockdown in West Bank. Coalition, opposition members criticize prime minister's universal aid plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1500 new coronavirus cases diagnosed. Court orders release of protesters, some with restrictions, after clashes with police at Jerusalem demonstration. IDF to be permitted to operate in Jerusalem neigbhorhoods declared restricted areas because of infectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IDF reopening coronavirus isolation facility. Third of Israelis who received Shin Bet quarantine messages challenge them. Knesset passes law on airline refundsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister Steinitz calls for nationwide lockdown.Black flag protest returns to Balfour street after being dismantled.Haredim claim discrimination over lockdowns and protests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Severe cases of coronavirus double in 10 days as second wave hits Israel, tens of thousands protest in Tel Aviv for economic relief, unemployment in Israel continues to rise, now at 21 percentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharp rise in number of coronavirus patients in serious condition. Defense Minister Gantz quarantines after exposure to COVID-19 carrier. Member of Prime Minister Netanyahu's defense team quits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's top public health official resigns.Bars, gyms, pools closed down again.Emergency measures no longer need Knesset approval.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel successfully launches Ofek 16 reconnaissance satellite. Government considers closing gyms, bars as coronavirus infections remain high. Israel Air Force hits Hamas targets in northern Gaza Strip overnight in retaliation for rocket fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coronavirus cabinet considers additional restrictions as number of cases climbs. Cyprus bans Israelis due to high morbidity. Defense Minister Gantz: Not everything that happens in Iran is connected to us  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coronavirus cabinet discusses further restrictions on public gatherings. Restricted zones declared in parts of Ashdod, Lod. Vatican conveys concern over West Bank annexation plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ministers mull lockdown for corona hotspots. Corona infections continue to rise.July 1st arrives with no annexation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourism sector workers protest in Jerusalem. Government approves tightened restrictions on gatherings. Prime Minister Netanyahu, in meeting with US official, vows to fight Iranian entrenchment in Syria, prevent Tehran from attaining nuclear armsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coronavirus Cabinet meeting to weigh measures to curb spread of COVID-19, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says annexation will advance peace, Petrol prices rise for second time in a month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corona cabinet will convene again Monday after ministers speak out against reimposing restrictions.US peace team renews annexation deliberations. PM agrees timing was wrong over tax rebate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns of coronavirus in Ayalon prison. Top Trump adviser says US president will have "big announcement" about Israel's planned annexation in parts of West Bank. Trial opens of terrorist accused of dropping marble slab that killed IDF soldier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three airstrikes in Syria overnight reportedly hit Iranain weapons shipment, Israel blamed, Lockdowns declared on haredi town and neighborhoods as coronavirus infection rate spread, largest synagogue ever dedicated in IDF See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number of active coronavirus cases in Israel tops 5000. Knesset committee approves retroactive tax refunds for prime minister. US officials to discuss whether to green light Israeli annexation moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM warns of large fines if corona guidelines are ignored.Trains running again.Palestinians warn even minor annexation will mean end of PA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns of renewed lockdown measures if public adherence to mask-wearing and social distancing does not improve. Prof. Zeev Sternhell, world-renowned expert on fascism and nationalism, dies at 85. Rare eclipse seen in Israel's skiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.