As 2020 drew to a close, Israel went ahead with its ambitious inoculation drive, overtaking many Western nations, even preferring the United Kingdom, which had begun the process weeks before.
Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Haldai announcing the launch of his Hasraelim party, there are no fewer than six parties competing for the votes of centrist and leftist Israel.
Israelis who are ill with COVID-19 will be able to cast their ballots at drive-through polling stations, which officials hope will ensure a smooth election in March while reducing infection risk.
Israel's Ambassador to India Ron Malka's assurance of unwavering military support to India appears to be aimed at increasing tensions in Asia for later arch-rivals - Pakistan and its brother-in-law 'China'.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Ankara wants to establish better relations with Israel, but gave the slogan calling the Jewish state policy on Palestine "unacceptable".
