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Middle East News Updated Jul 16, 2026

Israel Reports First West Nile Fever Case of Summer in Tel Aviv

Israel has reported its first case of West Nile fever this summer, diagnosed in a Tel Aviv resident. The Ministry of Health and Ministry of Environmental Protection confirmed the case on July 16. Local authorities have been instructed to enhance prevention, monitoring, and eradication measures. Public awareness campaigns are also being emphasized to control the spread.

Israel Sees First Case of West Nile Virus This Summer

Tel Aviv, July 16

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection reported that a Tel Aviv resident has been diagnosed with West Nile fever.

This is the first confirmed case of the disease in Israel this summer.

The Ministry of Environmental Protection instructed the local authorities to increase prevention, monitoring, and eradication efforts, as well as public awareness.

— ANI

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