2 militants killed in Indian-controlled Kashmir gunfight

Two militants were killed in an overnight fierce gunfight with government forces in restive Indian-controlled Kashmir, police said Wednesday.
Germany orders new shutdowns in virus fightback: Merkel
Germany on Wednesday ordered a new round of shutdowns for the cultural, leisure as well as food and drink sectors, in a bid to halt a surge in new coronavirus infections.
Schools in India's capital to remain closed
Schools in the Indian capital will remain closed until further orders in wake of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia said Wednesday.
Macron announces new virus lockdown for France

Merkel eyes 'lockdown light' to tame virus
Chancellor Angela Merkel is expected to push for a "lockdown light" in crisis talks with Germany's regional leaders Wednesday, as the number of coronavirus cases soars and hospital beds fill up.
Coronavirus rules eased in and around Melbourne
Coronavirus restrictions were eased in and around the Australian city of Melbourne on Tuesday for the first time in about three-and-a-half months.
Senior U.S. official tests positive for COVID-19 after Europe trip
A senior U.S. State Department official tested positive for COVID-19 after a recent trip to Europe, U.S. media reported on Tuesday.