Israel completely closes down its borders to foreigners in a bid to contain the coronavirus pandemic beginning immediately, the Population and Immigration Authority says.
Until now, Israel has allowed tourists into the country if they were able to quarantine themselves for two weeks.
“Beginning today, the entrance of foreigners will not be allowed into Israel, even if they can prove they could remain in quarantine,” the authority says in a statement.
Israeli citizens and residents will still be able to enter the country, the authority says.
The agency says the decision, which was recommended by the Health Ministry, goes into effect immediately, with the announcement.
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