22 apr 2020
Israeli Defense Minister, Naftali Bennett, reportedly decided on Wednesday, that Israel will stop providing the necessary Coronavirus tests for cases from the Israeli-besieged Gaza Strip.
Israeli media reports said that Bennet’s decision came following a series of discussions among Israeli army officials that have so far failed to approve conducting tests for fifty potential Gaza-based Coronavirus patients.
According to those reports, the decision came shortly after the Israeli army allowed entry and testing of 100 samples from Gaza, based on coordination between Israel and other relevant international health organizations.
The testing took place in a nearby Israeli military site, called Tservin, with the help of the Israeli government’s so-called ‘coordinator’ for the occupied Palestinian territories.
The Israeli ‘coordinator’ has recently helped bring Coronavirus samples from Gaza, via the Israel-controlled Erez checkpoint in north of the coastal enclave.
Bennett’s latest order has reportedly been made with a series of other Israeli army decisions.
An Israeli military source, quoted on condition of anonymity said, “It is a mistake that Israel stops doing such tests for Gaza’s potential patients.
Preventing the spread of Coronavirus tests comes in Israel’s best interest, as Gaza is directly adjacent to Israeli communities, in south of the country”.
Over the past several weeks, Palestinian health ministry officials in the Israeli-besieged Gaza Strip have been appealing to all concerned international bodies to ship much needed testing kits for the Coronavirus, so the health ministry itself can carry out the tests.
Earlier, spokesperson for the Gaza-based health ministry, Dr. Ashraf Alqedra, told media outlets that doing the tests in Gaza is much easier and much less time-consuming than sending samples via border crossings.
Currently, only a very limited number of testing kits are available in the coastal territory, with the health authorities there appealing for more shipments of the kits.
Israeli media reports said that Bennet’s decision came following a series of discussions among Israeli army officials that have so far failed to approve conducting tests for fifty potential Gaza-based Coronavirus patients.
According to those reports, the decision came shortly after the Israeli army allowed entry and testing of 100 samples from Gaza, based on coordination between Israel and other relevant international health organizations.
The testing took place in a nearby Israeli military site, called Tservin, with the help of the Israeli government’s so-called ‘coordinator’ for the occupied Palestinian territories.
The Israeli ‘coordinator’ has recently helped bring Coronavirus samples from Gaza, via the Israel-controlled Erez checkpoint in north of the coastal enclave.
Bennett’s latest order has reportedly been made with a series of other Israeli army decisions.
An Israeli military source, quoted on condition of anonymity said, “It is a mistake that Israel stops doing such tests for Gaza’s potential patients.
Preventing the spread of Coronavirus tests comes in Israel’s best interest, as Gaza is directly adjacent to Israeli communities, in south of the country”.
Over the past several weeks, Palestinian health ministry officials in the Israeli-besieged Gaza Strip have been appealing to all concerned international bodies to ship much needed testing kits for the Coronavirus, so the health ministry itself can carry out the tests.
Earlier, spokesperson for the Gaza-based health ministry, Dr. Ashraf Alqedra, told media outlets that doing the tests in Gaza is much easier and much less time-consuming than sending samples via border crossings.
Currently, only a very limited number of testing kits are available in the coastal territory, with the health authorities there appealing for more shipments of the kits.
Health Ministry’s Deputy Director General Prof. Itamar Grotto said Wednesday that the current wave of the coronavirus outbreak in Israel has reached its peak and has begun to subside.
“We can say we have stopped the current wave of the outbreak," said the Health Ministry’s No. 2 in an interview with Ynet.
He warned, however, that a new wave of COVID-19 might be around the corner if the economy and the education system is reopened too soon. "Even 200 new patients a day could be the spark of a new epidemic."
"It [the new wave]will be much harder to contain in contrast to two months ago, where most infected came from abroad and we could quarantine them."
Prof. Grotto also addressed the sharp rise in infections over the past 24 hours released on Wednesday morning. "It's not correct to only look at the daily rise, but we are aware and a bit troubled by it," he said.
"We are developing new technics estimate the number of patients we're able to treat at a given moment, so we can decide if we can move forward with the easing of restrictions or if we have to roll them back."
When asked about the likely lockdown on Israel's independence and memorial days, Prof. Grotto said that "we must refrain from public celebrations completely."
"Families will still be allowed to arrive at the cemeteries a day before Memorial Day," he said, referring to the expected shuttering of all military cemeteries on Memorial Day. "We must also take into account that the majority of those who will visit are in risk groups due to their age and we must make sure there will be no risk involved."
"When it comes to Ramadan, we will mainly focus on enforcement [of the directives] and on making sure shops are closed at night. We want people to pray at home and not in mosques. I expect that the Arab population will adhere to the new restrictions," he said.
The deputy director general also said the Health Ministry is keeping a close eye on countries like Denmark, which decided to gradually reopen its education system.
"We have several plans for reopening the education system," said Grotto. “If we reopen the education system, however, it is clear to us that there will be more patients. The state has to decide how much risk it is willing to take."
Commenting on Singapore, which has a sharp rise of patients after proclaiming that they had successfully contained the virus, Prof. Grotto said he hoped that Israel will not be in a similar situation in the future.
"We are always trying to walk the tight rope between opening up the economy and infection rate, therefore we must take do everything slowly and gradually," Grotto said.
“We can say we have stopped the current wave of the outbreak," said the Health Ministry’s No. 2 in an interview with Ynet.
He warned, however, that a new wave of COVID-19 might be around the corner if the economy and the education system is reopened too soon. "Even 200 new patients a day could be the spark of a new epidemic."
"It [the new wave]will be much harder to contain in contrast to two months ago, where most infected came from abroad and we could quarantine them."
Prof. Grotto also addressed the sharp rise in infections over the past 24 hours released on Wednesday morning. "It's not correct to only look at the daily rise, but we are aware and a bit troubled by it," he said.
"We are developing new technics estimate the number of patients we're able to treat at a given moment, so we can decide if we can move forward with the easing of restrictions or if we have to roll them back."
When asked about the likely lockdown on Israel's independence and memorial days, Prof. Grotto said that "we must refrain from public celebrations completely."
"Families will still be allowed to arrive at the cemeteries a day before Memorial Day," he said, referring to the expected shuttering of all military cemeteries on Memorial Day. "We must also take into account that the majority of those who will visit are in risk groups due to their age and we must make sure there will be no risk involved."
"When it comes to Ramadan, we will mainly focus on enforcement [of the directives] and on making sure shops are closed at night. We want people to pray at home and not in mosques. I expect that the Arab population will adhere to the new restrictions," he said.
The deputy director general also said the Health Ministry is keeping a close eye on countries like Denmark, which decided to gradually reopen its education system.
"We have several plans for reopening the education system," said Grotto. “If we reopen the education system, however, it is clear to us that there will be more patients. The state has to decide how much risk it is willing to take."
Commenting on Singapore, which has a sharp rise of patients after proclaiming that they had successfully contained the virus, Prof. Grotto said he hoped that Israel will not be in a similar situation in the future.
"We are always trying to walk the tight rope between opening up the economy and infection rate, therefore we must take do everything slowly and gradually," Grotto said.
As of Wednesday evening, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel stands at 14,498, while 189 patients have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
Among the latest fatalities is a 98-year-old woman who passed away at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem.
There are 470 people hospitalized with COVID-19, 141 of them in serious condition of which 106 are on ventilators because of respiratory distress, 119 people who are considered to be in moderate condition and 210 suffering from mild symptoms
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 187, with 14,326 confirmed cases
As of Wednesday morning, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel stands at 14,326, while 187 patients have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
Among the latest fatalities is a 95-year-old woman who passed away at Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva. The hospital said she suffered from multiple serious underlying health conditions.
Of the latest number, 148 patients are in serious condition, a rise of 4% in the past 24 hours, including 111 in need of ventilator support, a decline of 2%. At least 124 patients are in moderate condition and 8,906 have mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from the virus now stands at 4,961. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the seventh day in a row.
There are currently 483 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,469 people are fighting the virus at home.
Another 2,210 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 17 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Among the latest fatalities is a 98-year-old woman who passed away at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem.
There are 470 people hospitalized with COVID-19, 141 of them in serious condition of which 106 are on ventilators because of respiratory distress, 119 people who are considered to be in moderate condition and 210 suffering from mild symptoms
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 187, with 14,326 confirmed cases
As of Wednesday morning, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel stands at 14,326, while 187 patients have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
Among the latest fatalities is a 95-year-old woman who passed away at Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva. The hospital said she suffered from multiple serious underlying health conditions.
Of the latest number, 148 patients are in serious condition, a rise of 4% in the past 24 hours, including 111 in need of ventilator support, a decline of 2%. At least 124 patients are in moderate condition and 8,906 have mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from the virus now stands at 4,961. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the seventh day in a row.
There are currently 483 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,469 people are fighting the virus at home.
Another 2,210 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 17 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
21 apr 2020
Members of an extreme Haredi sect threw rocks at a group of IDF soldiers distributing food in the ultra-Orthodox Mea She'arim neighborhood of Jerusalem on Tuesday evening.
No troops were injured, though damage was caused to their car. The military said the police were investigating the incident.
In a statement, IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi denounced the attack on the troops.
“This was a violent, criminal act, which deserves total condemnation,' he said.
"The fact that IDF soldiers who were assisting the local government and citizens to distribute food were violently attacked by residents of Mea Shearim is very serious and demands denunciation, thorough handling and soul-searching,” Kochavi said.
“The IDF will continue to assist in the national effort as much as is asked,” he said.
Last Thursday night, hardline residents of the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood also hurled objects at police forces, who responded by throwing stun grenades, one of which wounded a nine-year-old girl passing by.
Approximately 100 people demonstrated against the ban on communal prayers and restrictions on mikveh ritual baths amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Police said in a statement that 12 people were arrested and that officers “did not notice the presence of the mother and child in the eye of the storm,” while dispersing the rioters.
Three officers were injured during the riots, police said, with one requiring hospital treatment.
Minister of Public Security Gilad Erdan on Tuesday ordered the police officers involved to be investigated by the force's Internal Investigations Department.
Health Minister Yaakov Litzman, who heads the ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism party, condemned the attacks on police as “contrary to the law and to Halachah,” but also spoke out against the police actions.
“We must prevent wild police behavior, excessive use of force and throwing stun grenades in densely populated neighborhoods full of small children,” he said.
Such actions, he said, “endanger human lives, create hate and contribute to the erosion of public order.”
No troops were injured, though damage was caused to their car. The military said the police were investigating the incident.
In a statement, IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi denounced the attack on the troops.
“This was a violent, criminal act, which deserves total condemnation,' he said.
"The fact that IDF soldiers who were assisting the local government and citizens to distribute food were violently attacked by residents of Mea Shearim is very serious and demands denunciation, thorough handling and soul-searching,” Kochavi said.
“The IDF will continue to assist in the national effort as much as is asked,” he said.
Last Thursday night, hardline residents of the ultra-Orthodox neighborhood also hurled objects at police forces, who responded by throwing stun grenades, one of which wounded a nine-year-old girl passing by.
Approximately 100 people demonstrated against the ban on communal prayers and restrictions on mikveh ritual baths amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Police said in a statement that 12 people were arrested and that officers “did not notice the presence of the mother and child in the eye of the storm,” while dispersing the rioters.
Three officers were injured during the riots, police said, with one requiring hospital treatment.
Minister of Public Security Gilad Erdan on Tuesday ordered the police officers involved to be investigated by the force's Internal Investigations Department.
Health Minister Yaakov Litzman, who heads the ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism party, condemned the attacks on police as “contrary to the law and to Halachah,” but also spoke out against the police actions.
“We must prevent wild police behavior, excessive use of force and throwing stun grenades in densely populated neighborhoods full of small children,” he said.
Such actions, he said, “endanger human lives, create hate and contribute to the erosion of public order.”
Asyas Argo, a 100-year-old resident of Rehovot, passed away on Tuesday after contracting the coronavirus, making her the oldest COVID-19 victim in Israel.
Argo, who had underlying health issues, was diagnosed with the coronavirus on the first night of Passover, and was hospitalized at Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot.
She made Aliyah at the age of 64 during the 1984 covert evacuation of Ethiopian Jews to Israel known as Operation Moses.
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 181, with 13, 883 confirmed cases
As of Tuesday morning, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel stands at 13,883, with 181 patients have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
A 48-year-old man with no underlying health conditions died from complications related to coronavirus, Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv confirmed Tuesday morning.
"Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of the doctors, we had to pronounce his death tonight,” said the hospital in a statement. “Our condolences are with the family."
The patient had been transferred to the Tel Aviv hospital from Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center in Bnei Brak over the weekend after his condition deteriorated. He is a resident of Bnei Brak and is survived by a wife and 14 children.
Earlier, a 57-year-old woman with an underlying health problem passed away at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem.
Of the latest number, 142 patients are in serious condition, including 113 in need of ventilator support. At least 135 patients are in moderate condition and 9,072 have mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from the virus now stands at 4,353. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the sixth day in a row.
There are currently 521 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,620 people are fighting the virus at home.
Another 2,215 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and none are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Argo, who had underlying health issues, was diagnosed with the coronavirus on the first night of Passover, and was hospitalized at Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot.
She made Aliyah at the age of 64 during the 1984 covert evacuation of Ethiopian Jews to Israel known as Operation Moses.
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 181, with 13, 883 confirmed cases
As of Tuesday morning, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel stands at 13,883, with 181 patients have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
A 48-year-old man with no underlying health conditions died from complications related to coronavirus, Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv confirmed Tuesday morning.
"Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of the doctors, we had to pronounce his death tonight,” said the hospital in a statement. “Our condolences are with the family."
The patient had been transferred to the Tel Aviv hospital from Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center in Bnei Brak over the weekend after his condition deteriorated. He is a resident of Bnei Brak and is survived by a wife and 14 children.
Earlier, a 57-year-old woman with an underlying health problem passed away at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem.
Of the latest number, 142 patients are in serious condition, including 113 in need of ventilator support. At least 135 patients are in moderate condition and 9,072 have mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from the virus now stands at 4,353. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the sixth day in a row.
There are currently 521 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,620 people are fighting the virus at home.
Another 2,215 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and none are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
20 apr 2020
The Health Ministry reported Monday evening a slight increase in the number of coronavirus patients receiving respiratory assistance.
According to the new figures, there are currently 149 patients in serious condition, including 119 patients in need of ventilator support, six more than 24 hours earlier.
The ministry also confirmed that 222 more Israelis have tested positive for the pathogen since Sunday evening, meaning 13,713 people have been infected with the virus since the onset of the pandemic in the country.
At least 129 patients are in moderate condition, while 9,209 only display mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from coronavirus surpassed 4,000 on Monday and currently stands at 4,049. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the fifth day in a row.
There are currently 537 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,852 people are fighting the virus at home. Another 2,166 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 202 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Five more Israelis have succumbed to complications of COVID-19 since Sunday evening, bringing the country's coronavirus-related fatalities to 177.
Israel's coronavirus fatalities up to 173, with 13,654 confirmed cases
As of Sunday evening, there are 13,654 confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel, while 173 people have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
Of that number, 150 are in serious condition, including 114 patients in need of ventilator support, a rise of 4.6% since Sunday morning.
According to the new figures, there are currently 149 patients in serious condition, including 119 patients in need of ventilator support, six more than 24 hours earlier.
The ministry also confirmed that 222 more Israelis have tested positive for the pathogen since Sunday evening, meaning 13,713 people have been infected with the virus since the onset of the pandemic in the country.
At least 129 patients are in moderate condition, while 9,209 only display mild symptoms.
The number of Israelis who have recovered from coronavirus surpassed 4,000 on Monday and currently stands at 4,049. The number of recoveries has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the fifth day in a row.
There are currently 537 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,852 people are fighting the virus at home. Another 2,166 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 202 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Five more Israelis have succumbed to complications of COVID-19 since Sunday evening, bringing the country's coronavirus-related fatalities to 177.
Israel's coronavirus fatalities up to 173, with 13,654 confirmed cases
As of Sunday evening, there are 13,654 confirmed coronavirus cases in Israel, while 173 people have succumbed to the disease, health officials confirmed.
Of that number, 150 are in serious condition, including 114 patients in need of ventilator support, a rise of 4.6% since Sunday morning.
19 apr 2020
A 29-year-old woman who was suffering from a terminal illness died Sunday in Jerusalem of complications from COVID-19, making her the youngest person to die of the coronavirus in Israel.
Israel's coronavirus fatalities up to 171, with 13,362 confirmed cases
The Health Ministry reported there are 13,362 confirmed cases of coronavirus as of Sunday morning, 255 more than 24 hours earlier.
However, 317 patients have recovered at the same time and 3,564 Israelis have beaten the virus so far. The number of Israelis recovering from the virus has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the third day in a row.
The number of coronavirus patients in serious condition dropped from Saturday morning to 156 patients (-6.6%) and the number of patients on ventilator support dropped to 109 (-7.6%), the lowest number of patients receiving respiratory assistance in almost two weeks.
At least 140 patients are in moderate condition, while 9,378 only display mild symptoms.
There are currently 592 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,739 people are fighting the virus at home. Another 2,055 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 241 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Seven more Israelis have succumbed to complications of COVID-19 since Saturday evening, bringing the country's coronavirus-related fatalities to 171.
Meanwhile, the northern town of Deir al-Asad, which was placed under lockdown Saturday morning due to its high number of coronavirus infections, recorded a 23% spike in the number of new cases diagnosed. In total, 89 of the predominately Arab town's residents have contracted the deadly strain.
After an all-night conference call, Cabinet ministers approved on Sunday a gradual opening of the economy and an easing of some of the social distancing rules Israelis had been asked to observe as part of the national effort to rein in the spread of coronavirus.
Civilians will be required to wear facial masks in public. Those who will fail to do so will be given a warning by law enforcement. Repeat offenders may face a NIS 200 fine.
Restrictions on public prayers were also eased and now worshippers are allowed to hold outdoor prayers in groups of up to 19 participants. All participants must wear facial masks and maintain a distance of at least two meters from each other at all times. Prayers may be held at a distance of up to 500 meters from home or the workplace.
Israel's coronavirus fatalities up to 171, with 13,362 confirmed cases
The Health Ministry reported there are 13,362 confirmed cases of coronavirus as of Sunday morning, 255 more than 24 hours earlier.
However, 317 patients have recovered at the same time and 3,564 Israelis have beaten the virus so far. The number of Israelis recovering from the virus has now exceeded the number of new diagnoses for the third day in a row.
The number of coronavirus patients in serious condition dropped from Saturday morning to 156 patients (-6.6%) and the number of patients on ventilator support dropped to 109 (-7.6%), the lowest number of patients receiving respiratory assistance in almost two weeks.
At least 140 patients are in moderate condition, while 9,378 only display mild symptoms.
There are currently 592 coronavirus patients receiving treatment in hospitals while 6,739 people are fighting the virus at home. Another 2,055 people are currently receiving treatment in specially designated hotels and 241 are awaiting a decision on whether they will be treated.
Seven more Israelis have succumbed to complications of COVID-19 since Saturday evening, bringing the country's coronavirus-related fatalities to 171.
Meanwhile, the northern town of Deir al-Asad, which was placed under lockdown Saturday morning due to its high number of coronavirus infections, recorded a 23% spike in the number of new cases diagnosed. In total, 89 of the predominately Arab town's residents have contracted the deadly strain.
After an all-night conference call, Cabinet ministers approved on Sunday a gradual opening of the economy and an easing of some of the social distancing rules Israelis had been asked to observe as part of the national effort to rein in the spread of coronavirus.
Civilians will be required to wear facial masks in public. Those who will fail to do so will be given a warning by law enforcement. Repeat offenders may face a NIS 200 fine.
Restrictions on public prayers were also eased and now worshippers are allowed to hold outdoor prayers in groups of up to 19 participants. All participants must wear facial masks and maintain a distance of at least two meters from each other at all times. Prayers may be held at a distance of up to 500 meters from home or the workplace.
18 apr 2020
Israel has 13,265 confirmed coronavirus cases and 164 patients have succumbed to COVID-19, Health Ministry officials said Saturday evening.
The latest fatality was a 61-year-old man who died at the Meir Medical Center in Kfar Sava. He was said to have suffered from serious underlying health conditions.
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 158, with 13,107 confirmed cases
Israel has 13,107 confirmed coronavirus cases and 158 patients have succumbed to COVID-19, Health Ministry officials said Saturday morning.
The latest fatalities were reported to be an 89-year-old woman who died at the Ichilov Medical Center in Tel Aviv and a 77-year-old man with serious underlying health conditions who died at the Baruch Padeh Medical Center in Tiberias.
There are 9,702 people currently suffering from coronavirus, with 252 new cases reported since Friday morning. Currently, 590 are hospitalized with 167 in serious condition. of those 118 are on ventilators.
Currently, 7,038 people are being treated for the virus at home, 1,989 are in hotels dedicated to the treatment of mild cases of the virus.
The number of Israelis quarantined as of Saturday stands on 7,038 and 3,247 have already recovered.
The latest fatality was a 61-year-old man who died at the Meir Medical Center in Kfar Sava. He was said to have suffered from serious underlying health conditions.
Israel's coronavirus death toll up to 158, with 13,107 confirmed cases
Israel has 13,107 confirmed coronavirus cases and 158 patients have succumbed to COVID-19, Health Ministry officials said Saturday morning.
The latest fatalities were reported to be an 89-year-old woman who died at the Ichilov Medical Center in Tel Aviv and a 77-year-old man with serious underlying health conditions who died at the Baruch Padeh Medical Center in Tiberias.
There are 9,702 people currently suffering from coronavirus, with 252 new cases reported since Friday morning. Currently, 590 are hospitalized with 167 in serious condition. of those 118 are on ventilators.
Currently, 7,038 people are being treated for the virus at home, 1,989 are in hotels dedicated to the treatment of mild cases of the virus.
The number of Israelis quarantined as of Saturday stands on 7,038 and 3,247 have already recovered.
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