Those countries were less likely to implement “unpopular policies” to check the spread of the pandemic such as contact restrictions.

The World Health Organization (WHO) cautioned against making such conclusions before further study can be done.

NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Naftali Bennett tells the ‘Post’ about his approach to Iran, condemns violence by settlers – and Palestinians – and explains his COVID-19 policy.

The fighting for Marib has dashed UN-led ceasefire efforts as both sides ramped up military operations.

It is expected that four resolutions against Israel will be passed at the UNHRC’s 49th session, due to be held from February 28 to April 1.

The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will collide with the Moon in the first noticed uncontrolled collision into the lunar surface. It won't cause much damage, but it highlights the need to track space debris.

MIDDLE ISRAEL: Despite the Jewish memories and historical analogies that the Russian-Ukrainian conflict evokes, Israel must not take sides in this war.

Characteristically diligent, she served even in her final hours, sitting late into the night, as Head of the State Commission investigating the Meron tragedy.