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Israel-based news channel scraps scheduled magazine programming, launches news bulletins and updates every hour. Project to begin Sunday, in three languages.

“For your sake and for the sake of the future we all share – please follow the instructions,” Netanyahu says. “I request the cooperation of all Israeli Arab citizens – this is a call for life.”

Israeli intelligence agency delivers 100,000 new coronavirus test kits collected overseas to local labs. In the next few days, the Mossad will facilitate the delivery of 4 million additional kits.

PM Netanyahu says he will not hesitate to authorize punitive measures, such as hefty fines, against those who violate Health Ministry's directives.

A full closure, in which all Israelis will be ordered to stay at home at all times except to purchase food or medicine or receive medical treatment, could become a reality as country prepares for next stage of coronavirus battle. Interior Minister Gilad Erdan tells heads of Israel's security apparatus to make concrete plans.

Holocaust survivor Shoshana Trister, 85, offers some perspective in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak.

“Every company with a solution, whether it is in the proof-of-concept stage or a mature product that can be immediately phased into Israel's health services, are invited to contact the Israel Innovation Authority," says Economy Minister Eli Cohen.

Five patients in serious condition, while 11 have made a full recovery. If the situation remains relatively under control, restrictions on the public could be lifted – if not, the country will go on lockdown.

Shas, Likud ministers exposed to coronavirus in a meeting at the Interior Ministry on Sunday, after which one of the participants tested positive for the virus.

Israeli government charters planes to bring back Israelis affected by travel ban, who will now get free ride home from Peru and Scandinavian countries. El Al: As Israel's national carrier, we have a long history of helping in times of emergency.