Cabinet approves Memorial Day, Independence Day closure — reports

The cabinet has approved a nationwide closure next week coinciding with Memorial Day and Independence Day to prevent gatherings and the spread of the virus, Hebrew reports say.

The regulation will prevent Israelis from leaving their homes from Monday evening through Wednesday, except for essential reasons.

Military cemeteries will be closed.

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