IDF fighters thwarted a drug smuggling attempt In the Egyptian border overnight Saturday, the IDF Spokesperson"s Unit said.IDF forces who were acting to thwart the smuggling operation identified suspects approaching the fence from the Egyptian side of the border. Directed by lookouts, the fighters arrived at the scene and thwarted the smuggling. During the operation, 14 bags containing drugs were seized and transferred to the Israel Police.

The academic year 5781 (2020-21) opens this morning at various educational institutions throughout the country. About 360,000 students are expected to attend.Studies will take place remotely in full, and students will not be able to go to universities.

Shas MK Michael Malkieli criticized coronavirus coordinator Prof. Ronni Gamzu."Gamzu has a terrible obsession with the haredi public," Malkieli said in an interview In 103FM radio.

Yisrael Beyiteinu Chairman MK Avigdor Liberman attacked Prime Minister Netanyahu in a Reshet Bet interview."The Prime Minister seems determined to please his partners, Shas and United Torah Judaism. All decisions made in the coronavirus cabinet are tainted with political considerations," Liberman claimed.

'Hello you,' a collaboration between Israeli singer Elkana Marziano and Emirati artist Walid Aljasim, has over 1.1 million YouTube views.

In targeted enforcement activity, traffic police issued about 2,500 traffic citations over the weekend, of which about 850 were for speeding.

Schools open in haredi communities despite continued ban In opening of grade schools.

Defense Minister Benny Gantz arrived at Tel Hashomer Hospital this morning after not feeling well, to consult with his personal doctor, Dr. Shlomo Segev.Gantz is expected to undergo tests at the hospital in the near future.