Rahat, Arara, parts of Jaffa declared virus hotspots

As ministers begin the coronavirus meeting, a statement reported by Hebrew media says the government is declaring three new virus hotspots.

These are: Rahat, in the south; Arara, in northern Israel; and the Ajami neighborhood in Jaffa.

According to Channel 12, schools will be closed in these areas and gatherings of over 10 people will be banned.

This is not immediately confirmed by the Health Ministry.

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