Thursday, March 12, 2020

Europe reacts to bombshell US travel ban due to COVID-19

Global stocks have tumbled after the US suspended travel from Europe and the coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic. 

President Trump said in his Oval Office address that restrictions for travellers from Europe will begin on Friday at midnight, and will last for 30 days.

The measures won't apply to US citizens or travellers from the UK.  

Lucy Hough (HOFF) has more from Brussels. 

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