Faced with an exponential rise in Covid-19 cases, the French government is considering a handful of options, desperate to avoid another prolonged nationwide lockdown.
Macron meets to discuss lockdown alternatives
French President Emmanuel Macron was holding an emergency meeting with ministers on Tuesday to formulate a response to the country’s soaring Covid-19 infections and avoid a second lockdown. Alternatives on the table...
Belarus opposition movement falters as Lukashenko digs in
UN investigators say the Belarus government has detained 20,000 people in the two months since disputed elections.
Protesters in Italy clash with police over measures to stop spread of Covid-19
Thousands of Italian protesters angry over new restrictions announced to control the spread of coronavirus clashed with police in cities on Monday as European governments toughened their responses to the contagion.
What does Coney Barrett confirmation mean for US election? | DW News
In the US, the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court has given this key political institution a conservative majority for years to come. The Senate approved her nomination by 52 votes to 48. Her...
US Election 2020: Trump’s border wall and the battle over immigration – BBC News
With a week to go until the US presidential election, more than 60 million Americans have already taken advantage of early voting, smashing all records.