Beitar Ilit is an ultra-orthodox community south of Jerusalem that has experienced a particularly devastating second wave of the coronavrius. The IDF has taken an active role in slowing down the spread of the virus in the community."I am happy that the local authorities are making an all-out effort to cope with the virus. Of course we are here to extend any help that is needed," stated Tamir Yadi, head of the IDF Homefront Command."We are seeing positive results with evacuations to corona hotels and in care for the patients who remain in their homes and the rest of those needing assistance," Yadi added.Mayor of Beitar Ilit Meir Rubenstein stated the following in response: "I want to thank Major General Yadi for extending his help. We ask for continuing cooperation in distribution of food to those who are infected with the virus and those who are isolating at home and in providing other assistance that Inly the army can give."

Iranian leader Ali Khamenei has said in a speech that he has ruled out the possibility of negotiating with the United States regarding Iran's nuclear program.

As the French government continues to insist that another lockdown is not under consideration, cases continue to rise, with 1,377 new diagnoses made in the last 24 hours, The Guardian reports. 16 people died in the same period, taking the country's death toll since the outbreak of the epidemic to 30,254 people.The increase cannot be attributed to a rise in the number of tests performed 27% more tests are being conducted, but the number of positive results has increased by 54%.More than half of those tested positive showed no symptoms. The number of those hospitalized has increased, but the figures for those requiring intensive care are so far remaining stable.

Ontario pulls video called biased against Israel from Inline high school course.

Ariel Karlinsky is an economist at the Kohelet Policy Forum, a conservative think tank dedicated to 'securing Israel's future.'

Police have authorized a left-wing protest march through the streets of Jerusalem In Saturday night.Police are preparing to block off the streets through which the protesters plan to march: King George, Hillel, Menashe Ben Yisrael, and Agron streets. Additional streets that lead into these streets will also be closed, and traffic disruptions are likely in the center of town.Police emphasize that they will ensure that the safety of the protesters is protected for the duration of the march, and that they will not permit anyone to turn the protest into a violent demonstration against police, citizens, or property. "Zero tolerance will be displayed toward anyone acting violently," a police spokesman stated.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is currently holding a press conference, at which he is outlining his government's future plans for combating the spread of the coronavirus.He has announced that more police officers will be assigned to ensuring that the guidelines are adhered to, especially as the requirement to wear face masks is now being extended to many more indoor spaces such as museums, cinemas, galleries, and places of worship.From August 8 the wearing of face masks will be enforceable in law.

Police have arrested a family doctor from the south of the country In suspicion that he performed indecent acts In a young girl who came to his clinic for treatment.He will shortly be brought to a hearing at which police will request an extension of his remand.