Haredi Jews celebrate Purim in Tzfat, March 10, 2020.
Fearing mass gatherings on Purim, the health ministry would like to impose restrictions on movement starting Thursday night and is even considering imposing a night curfew so as not to repeat the rampant Corona infections that resulted from last year’s Purim celebrations.
Health Minister Yuli Edelstein (Likud) told Reshet Bet radio on Monday morning that the government will decide today regarding restrictions on Purim. Edelstein said: “We are receiving reports of party invitations and an increase in liquor sales.” Therefore, the health minister explained, there will be no escape from restrictions, maybe a night curfew.”