Head of Military Intelligence enters quarantine after exposure to virus carrier

The head of Military Intelligence is entering quarantine after attending a meeting with an officer who was confirmed to be a carrier of the coronavirus today, the Israel Defense Forces says.

According to the military, in addition to Maj. Gen. Tamir Hayman, a number of other officers will enter quarantine after coming into contact with the officer.

Maj. Gen. Tamir Hayman, chief of Military Intelligence, speaks at a conference in Tel Aviv on June 5, 2019. (Flash90)

“They feel good, have no symptoms and will be tested shortly,” the military says.

The IDF says Hayman and the other officers will continue to follow their normal schedules as much as possible from quarantine.

— Judah Ari Gross

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