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Green passport
Health Minister Yuli Edelstein during the announcement of the "Green Pass" certification on February 18, 2021 (Health Ministry)
February 18, 2021, 5:13 pm
Government launches Green Pass for vaccinated, warns fraudsters will be jailed
Top official promises ‘uncompromising punishment’ for forgeries; businesses and events will be able to open Sunday for those carrying the pass
By TOI staff
Sign reads 'The False Passport' as Israelis protest against the COVID-19 vaccine outside the Knesset in Jerusalem, January 4, 2021. (Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)
February 18, 2021, 11:45 am
Thousands reportedly attempt to obtain easily forged vaccinated certificate
‘Green Pass’ uses a simple QR code to store inoculation status and personal information; Health Ministry says it will fine those with fake documents, issue more secure ones soon
By TOI staff
An employee at a digital task force to counter "fake news" on the Internet works on a computer with a banner that reads in part: "wake up, the vaccination," in the Health Ministry office near Tel Aviv, Israel, Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)
February 16, 2021, 5:07 am
How Israel plans to operate a COVID ‘green pass,’ and prevent forgeries
Many activities will only be available to those vaccinated or with negative virus tests; app and certificates with barcodes are intended to ensure only the authorized gain access
By TOI staff
A young Israeli receives a COVID-19 vaccine injection at a vaccination center in Jerusalem, on February 10, 2021.(Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)
February 12, 2021, 11:15 pm
Top health official says ‘buzz’ that young people are not vaccinating is wrong
40% of those aged 16-39 have received first shot; government pushing ahead with plans to offer incentives, access to concerts, sporting events to those who are vaccinated
By TOI staff
An empty departure hall at Ben Gurion Airport, on November 9, 2020. (Yossi Aloni/Flash90)
January 18, 2021, 12:10 pm
Ministers to weigh ban on all outbound travel to curb spread of virus
If approved, exemptions to be permitted for diplomatic, humanitarian reasons; Justice Ministry says no legal obstacles to requiring negative test from inbound travelers
By TOI staff
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