Edelstein promises: "We'll monitor everyone who gets the vaccine to make sure they're okay."

Deputy Health Minister MK Yoav Kish told Galei Tzahal that additional Corona restrictions could not be avoided due to increasing morbidity in the country."There is a clear increase in infections - 2,862 new cases were diagnosed yesterday. We will not be able to avoid further measures. The trend is clear and national restrictions are going to be tightened..."

All retail to shut, schools to remain open in green & yellow areas.

Health Minister Edelstein took part in a debate at the Knesset Health Committee and commented In rumors surrounding coronavirus vaccines."We'll be fighting Fake News in the coming months - that will be the main task. I see all kinds of people, including in this forum, spreading Fake News, calling In the public to avoid getting vaccinated. These individuals lack a sense of responsibility and have no conscience."

Blue and White MK speaks about her new legislation which calls for the government to consult with Diaspora Jewry In issues that impact them.

Nir Wagner, chief of the Tamar Regional Council, speaks with i24NEWS about the reopening of Eilat and the Dead Sea to tourism.

Swedish writer talks about her Jewish journey, the joy of sharing the stories of the people she meets, and what Israel means to her.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell In Tuesday congratulated Joe Biden and acknowledged him for the first time as President-elect."I want to congratulate President-elect Joe Biden," McConnell said. "Many of us had hoped the presidential election would yield a different result. But our system of government has the processes to determine who will be sworn in In Jan. 20. The Electoral College has spoken."