World Health Organization insists it is premature to declare virus a global pandemic even though it had the potential to reach that level. US pledges $1 billion for vaccine, UN warns world must avert "dramatic" effects of coronavirus on the global economy.
Documentation of the operations of Darkenu, an NGO describing itself a "pro-peace organization" indicate that the group is massively campaigning for the Left in aa potential violation of Central Election Committee orders.
The run-up to Israel's third election in less than a year saw criminal charges filed against the prime minister, an American Mideast plan unveiled and various party mergers and machinations. But does that mean the gridlock is any closer to being broken?
MK Yair Lapid, who is second on the Blue and White candidate slate for the March election, discusses a range of topics and the latest political developments. Broadcast starts at 1 p.m. EST
Foreign Ministry calls an emergency meeting to assess the impact of what it calls "the pilgrims affair," after 18 South Korean nationals who had visited Israel earlier this month test positive for the coronavirus.
Israel Hayom-i24NEWS survey projects Right-Haredim bloc will win 56 seats, gives the Left and Arab parties a combined 57 seats. This means Israel is very likely to have yet another deadlocked Knesset.
Eleven Israelis stranded aboard coronavirus-infected cruise ship land in Israel, are whisked away to hospital for quarantine. One tests positive after landing. Health Ministry issues warning saying Israelis returning for Asian countries who breach the 14-day self-quarantine order endanger the public, could face up to seven years in prison.
Following Israel Hayom investigation, Likud files official petition with the Central Elections Committee, asking that it order the Israeli Alliance to stop its activities for supposedly violating campaign finance laws. Likud claims group is trying to boost turnout only in left-wing strongholds.
Netanyahu slams Blue and White leader after his offer to hold a debate is rebuffed. "How would he deal with Israel's challenges if he is scared of debating me?"
The death toll from the new coronavirus in mainland China passed 2,000 on Wednesday, but now Iran reports its first two cases.
