In Reversal, Merkel Drops Plan For Lockdown In Germany Ahead Of Easter
German Chancellor Angela Merkel called the planned lockdown "a mistake," and she took the blame for the decision.
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Opposition In Belarus Wants U.S. To Renew Pressure On Lukashenko's Regime
Exiled opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya says she's hoping for support from the Biden administration as she calls for more anti-government protests against Alexander Lukashenko's government.
Russia Lifts Soviet-Era Rules On What Jobs Women Can Do
Rules have been changed in Russia to allow women to do about 350 types of jobs that were previously forbidden. The move is being celebrated as a step forward for gender equality.
'Basically In A New Pandemic,' Says Merkel, As Germany Extends Lockdown
The German chancellor announces an intensified coronavirus lockdown going into Easter, warning that new mutations raise the specter of a potentially deadly "third wave" of COVID-19.
COVID-19 Surge Forces European Countries To Reintroduce Restrictions
Health experts in Europe say the continent is facing a third wave of coronavirus infection — exacerbated by virulent new strains and a lack of vaccines.
Turkey Pulls Out Of Treaty Which Combats Violence Against Women
Women's rights advocates were shocked when Turkey unexpectedly withdrew from the international convention. Officials say the agreement's call to also protect LGBTQ rights violated Turkey's values.
Protesters Across Europe Clash With Police Over COVID-19 Lockdowns
Anger at restrictions imposed to contain the coronavirus pandemic spilled into the streets of Germany and the U.K. on Saturday.
Temporarily Sheltered In Canary Islands, Migrants Fear What Comes Next
The Canary Islands depend on tourists. But lacking international visitors because of the pandemic, some hotels are now hosting new guests — migrants and refugees from Africa.
New Lockdowns In Europe As COVID-19 Cases Soar; Pakistan's PM Tests Positive
Several European countries have imposed new lockdown restrictions as COVD-19 cases soar. In Pakistan, Prime Minister Imran Khan is self-isolating at home after testing positive for the virus.
As Europe Enters 3rd Wave Of Pandemic, France Locks Down And Germany Lacks Vaccines
The French government is locking down Paris and 15 other regions, while Germany's health minister says his country does not have enough vaccine to combat the pandemic's third wave.