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Added on the 10/03/2020 10:34:40 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
A few masked tourists brave Rome's transport system after the country began to shut all stores except for pharmacies and food shops in a desperate bid to halt the spread of the coronavirus that has killed 827 in the country in just over two weeks. IMAGES of transport in Rome
After shutting down Ciampino airport "Aeroporti di Roma" has decided to close Terminal 1 of the main hub of Fiumicino. The World Health Organization called for the "boldest actions" against the pandemic on the continent, the outbreak's new epicentre. IMAGES
The usually very busy Piazza Navona in Rome has been deserted by tourists and most locals. Italy has decided to close all stores except for pharmacies and food shops in a desperate bid to halt the spread of the COVID-19 virus that has killed 827 in the the country in just over two weeks. IMAGES
Italy shuts all schools and universities in a bid to stop the deadly coronavirus from spreading, as Germany warned the outbreak had turned into a global pandemic. More than 90,000 people have been infected and around 3,200 have died worldwide from the virus, which has now reached some 80 countries and territories. IMAGES
After weeks of small protests across the country, Italian farmers brought their demonstrations into Rome on Friday with a four-tractor convoy passing by the Colosseum. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.