The US is stopping its soldiers from visiting countries in the Middle East, including its key ally Israel, in a move intended to curb the spread of Covid-19. The US military’s Central Command (CENTCOM) made the decision on 8 September last year, a week after Israel was added to the body’s remit, The Times of Israel reported on Wednesday. The rule bans “unofficial travel”, such as holidays trips or visits by reservists resident in Israel to see relatives. It impacts those serving in any branch of the military and covers Israel and all other states falling under CENTCOM, such as Syria, the UAE, …

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