Manila Bulletin
Israel plans gradual return to school from May 3
Israel is gradually easing coronavirus restrictions, allowing some businesses like high street stores and restaurants offering take-out to reopen starting Sunday, April 26.
Schools are planned to reopen in stages from Sunday, May 3, beginning with kindergartens and then primary schoolchildren in small groups, conditional on infection rates remaining stable.
The government aims to restart the economy, which has seen unemployment rise to 27%, by enabling parents to return to work.
The country has officially recorded over 15,000 COVID-19 cases and around 200 deaths, one of the lowest mortality rates among affected nations.
Officials have warned that the easing of restrictions is reversible and can be adjusted if new cases of the virus emerge.
Localized lockdowns are still being considered for communities with high infection rates, particularly among the ultra-Orthodox Jewish population.
Health officials stress the importance of continued diligence with masks, social distancing, and hygiene to balance the resumption of normal activities with disease prevention.
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