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COVID-19 cases surge in Europe, says WHO
The World Health Organization says Europe has seen an increase in weekly coronavirus cases as lockdown restrictions have been relaxed.
WHO's Regional Director Dr Hans Henri Kluge said in 11 countries accelerated transmission has led to "very significant" resurgences.
"Last week, Europe saw an increase in weekly cases for the first time in months," he said.
Kluge warned health systems could be "pushed to the brink" if left unchecked.
New coronavirus cases reported in Italy
A new outbreak of coronavirus cases has emerged at a warehouse in the Italian city of Bologna, according to local media.
44 asymptomatic cases were reported after all workers at the courier warehouse of company Bartolini were tested, the Resto del Carlino newspaper reported.
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