Jerusalem (CNN) Israel has approved a second general lockdown as coronavirus cases surge across the country. The lockdown, which is expected to start Friday afternoon, will see the country return to many of the same severe restrictions of the first lockdown back in April. The public sector will operate with a limited workforce, while private sector businesses can operate as long as non-employees do not enter the workspace. Outdoor gatherings will be limited to 20 people, while indoor gatherings will be limited to ten. The second lockdown was announced on Sunday evening.

Source: CNN September 14, 2020 11:03 UTC