Israel National NewsNews BriefsMan in his 70s dies after contracting West Nile VirusMan in his 70s dies after contracting West Nile Virus Aug 6, 2026, 3:28 PM (GMT+3)Ten cases have been diagnosed since the start of the season, three patients remain hospitalized, and virus-carrying mosquitoes have been detected in several municipalities in central Israel. Read moreFound a mistake? Contact us