In Israel, the so-called Green Pass has been in effect for almost all areas of public life since Wednesday due to the massive increase in the number of corona infections.
All persons aged three and over must prove that they have been vaccinated, recovered or tested negative, for example if they want to attend sports or cultural events, fitness studios, museums, restaurants, universities and conferences. There is an exception for up to 50 people in houses of prayer. Children up to the age of twelve can be tested free of charge. From the age of twelve you have to pay the costs yourself.
Mask compulsory in all closed rooms
With these measures, Israel’s government is trying to prevent a possible lockdown on the Jewish holidays in September. On Tuesday evening, the Ministry of Health reported 8,726 new corona infected people for the previous day – the highest value in more than half a year.
More than 58 percent of the approximately 9.4 million Israelis are fully vaccinated. According to the government, more than a million people have already received a third booster vaccination.
According to the Ministry of Health, there is also a mask requirement in all closed rooms, except in your own four walls. In addition, masks must be worn outside if more than 100 people gather.
Mass events are still possible
There are additional numerical restrictions for events: A maximum of 400 people may come together in the halls and 500 people outside. Private gatherings are limited to 50 indoors and 100 outdoors.
Mass events with no seats in closed rooms can be attended by up to 1000 people, outdoors by up to 5000 people. In principle, a venue should only be 75 percent occupied, the Ministry of Health announced in advance. (zis)