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Added on the 10/05/2020 14:42:44 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Paris's iconic Place de la Republique sits mostly emtpy on day 14 of the nationwide lockdown, with only a few joggers and pedestrians on the streets, including in residential neighbourhoods, as France continues its battle to stem the spread of the coronavirus. IMAGES
Place de la Republique in Paris, a popular meeting place which has also played host to dozens of demonstrations over the years, sits virtually deserted as the French lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus enters its second week. IMAGES
Demonstrators gather at the Place de la République in Paris, before the start of the May Day parade. Thousands of participants are expected to attend this highly political demonstration, taking place between the presidential and legislative elections. IMAGES
No traffic jams but a steady flow of cars on Place de l'Opera in central Paris on the fourth day since France started easing its coronavirus lockdown. IMAGES
Traffic reduced to the bare essentials and just a few passers-by on the streets: Paris's Place de la Bastille, usually bustling with traffic and pedestrians, is almost deserted on the 24th day of a nationwide confinement that will be extended beyond its current limit of April 15. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.