May 2020

The race to develop a vaccine that would end the coronavirus pandemic is accelerating as several firms move to clinical trials – but the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned…

The gates sterilise people who pass through them with antiseptic spray, and are equipped with thermal cameras to detect temperatures from a distance of 6 metres Source: Arabian Business Full…

British Embassy in Oman said there has been high demand for the flight Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Repatriation flight to London for expats in Oman on May 18

1,322 coronavirus patients have recovered from the disease, bringing the total to 9,120 Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Saudi Arabia reports 10 deaths, 1,701 new cases of Covid-19

Inbound passengers must apply for Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship approval before booking flights Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Etihad Airways to operate inbound passenger flights to Abu Dhabi…

In nationwide demonstrations over the last few days, Israeli women are demanding help with the spike violence against women during the COVID-19 crisis. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Women protest…

A UN agency launches an appeal for coronavirus aid to Palestine, and Iranians have been urged to take the outbreak 'seriously'. This is today's coronavirus news.. Source: Albawaba Full Article:…

“No kissing, no hugging, no touching,” said Health Ministry deputy director-general Itamar Grotto. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Coronavirus: Can I visit my grandparents? Health Ministry guide

Gantz wrote that the government that is set to be sworn in next Wednesday has the right checks and balances and would safeguard Israeli democracy and protect the rule of…

To date UNRWA has received only $586 million in pledges, of which a mere $400 million has been transferred to the organization from donor countries. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article:…