The directives being given to the public are correct. Nothing is overblown when lives are being saved, and they are. The discomfort is temporary, but worth every ounce of effort. 

Blue and White cry foul to distract from Gantz’s inability to form a government. Their anti-democratic fighting over the Arrangement Committee proves that, to Blue and White, Israel and the current corona crises take a backseat to petty politics.

The EU, focused on the problems of the Middle East and beyond, has failed to solve and prepare for its own. A dangerous prospect in the face of the coronavirus crisis.

“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.”

Israel is preparing to deal with the challenge of the pandemic. But this time, victory depends on each and every one of us.