Israel began its second nationwide coronavirus-driven lockdown on Friday. The decision was made ahead of Rosh Hashanah (a holiday celebrating the Jewish new year which is typically celebrated with large gatherings) and comes amid recently-increasing coronavirus cases in the country.
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