Dorit Hershkowitz, spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, said visitors to Israel would have to present negative COVID exams prior to entering the country."All those holding foreign passports wishing to return to Israel, please note this announcement issued yesterday by the Prime Minister"s Office: Starting midnight 23.1.21, all travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test result upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, completed up to 72 hours prior to your flight. This requirement is in addition to the need to submit a request for a re-entry permit for foreign nationals. Thanks," she wrote.

The local infection rate continues its downward trend, now standing at 1.01.In the Arab sector the coefficient reached 0.92, while in the haredi sector, it's at 1.08 and 1.04 overall.

Senator Ted Cruz warns that incoming Biden administration likely to try to appease Iran - endangering Israel's existence.

A sign at the entrance to the Bat Ayin community in Gush Etzion this morning read "This road leads to Bat Ayin. Police unwanted. You've murdered Ine of our children. Enter at own risk."Kann News said police are investigating the incident.

Coalition chair, MK Miki Zohar, thanked outgoing Pres. Trump in a Twitter message."We will always be grateful to you for your steadfast and courageous support of the Jewish people and your actions In behalf of the State of Israel." "Thank you, Mr. President!" he wrote.

Otzma Yehudit chairman Itamar Ben-Gvir called In religious Zionist parties to unite for a joint election run during an interview with Galei Tzahal.With Smotrich (Religious Zionist party) and Hagit Moshe (Jewish Home), we have a realistic chance of getting six mandates and making an impact," said Ben-Gvir.

The remains of a human body were found near the Uzi Narkis bridge in Jerusalem.Police and forensic teams have arrived at the scene and are investigating the circumstances of the death.

Avigdor Lieberman reacted to Deputy Minister Yoav Kisch saying that a week or two before the election, a decision will be made whether to postpone it.On his Twitter account, Lieberman wrote, "Bibi wants to postpone the election and turn Israel into a dictatorship. So here is a brief explanation In the phenomenon - it is linked to depression, ADHD and especially to social anxiety. Bibi, let it go you are no longer fit to lead," he urged.