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Angela Merkel has put Germans on notice that tough new restrictions are on the way if they don't halt a worsening second wave. AFP
Angela Merkel has put Germans on notice that tough new restrictions are on the way if they don't halt a worsening second wave. AFP
Angela Merkel’s ultimatum: Beat second coronavirus wave or face clampdown
Germany considers tough new restrictions as Covid cases surge