French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Wednesday, March 31, that the country was entering a new national lockdown following public frustration over how his government has been handling the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Before Macron’s announcement, around a third of the population of France was living under “light” lockdown measures, including the Greater Paris metropolitan area. This lockdown prevented … Continue reading France enters third NATIONAL LOCKDOWN since the coronavirus pandemic began
Hague court declares Dutch coronavirus lockdowns “illegitimate, far-reaching violation”
A top court in The Hague issued a “shock” ruling the other day condemning The Netherlands for its sweeping Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19) curfew restrictions. Said restrictions “must be lifted immediately,” the court said, because they are an abuse of power that violates freedom of movement and assembly. This decision comes after weeks of fierce protests throughout The Netherlands, … Continue reading Hague court declares Dutch coronavirus lockdowns “illegitimate, far-reaching violation”
Victoria, Australia, implements draconian new lockdown, no outdoor trips allowed
One of the strictest lockdown impositions has been declared in Victoria, Australia, where a “state of disaster” ruling now prohibits people from going out late or, in some cases, even leaving their homes at all. After reporting 671 new alleged cases of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), the Australian government took the opportunity to shut everything down and … Continue reading Victoria, Australia, implements draconian new lockdown, no outdoor trips allowed
