Nissenkorn blasts Netanyahu’s request to clamp down on protests, arguing it would make for an undemocratic move meant to curb criticism against the veteran head of state; PM suggests those who wish to criticize him would do so next to home
Rabbi David Lau says he will support closure of synagogues if health officials decide ‘it’s the right thing to do’ and if ‘total’ lockdown is imposed; remarks come a day after Lau told PM religious public will not obey orders as long as protests are allowed
Coronavirus cabinet set to reconvene in the afternoon to discuss shuttering synagogues and clamping down on protests; PM set to demand closures of more economy sectors, including Ben Gurion Airport, and significant tightening of curbs