Israel is taking decisive action in the Corona crisis, Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv has been a no-go area for passengers for a few days. The cabinet has now provided an exception: daily “rescue flights” to Frankfurt am Main.

The flights are operated by the airline Israir. Because dozens of citizens would still be stuck abroad. Conversely, at least as many people would have to travel abroad, according to them Tagesschau. “Rescue flights” can only be booked by a small group of people. Entry and exit are only allowed for urgent matters such as funerals or medical treatment. In addition, each ticket must first be approved by the government committee. The largest airport in Germany is one of the major turnstilesn worldwide, despite the pandemic, planes take off daily for international destinations.