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Firefighters battle wildfires that continue to rage across the coastal Turkish city of Marmaris. The European Union sent help to Turkey and volunteers joined firefighters in battling a week of violent blazes that have killed eight people and put pressure on President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. IMAGES
The World Health Organization's emergencies chief Michael Ryan voices alarm at the spread of COVID-19 in Africa, warning South Africa's surging numbers could be a "marker" for outbreaks across the continent. "I'm very concerned right now that we are beginning to see an acceleration of disease in Africa," he tells a virtual press conference. SOUNDBITE
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces that the UK will go on lockdown to fight the spread of COVID-19. SOUNDBITE
The area surrounding Branderburg Gate in Berlin is almost empty, as Germany tightens measures to control the spread of COVID-19, banning gatherings of more than two. IMAGES
Speaking at the daily Downing Street press briefing, Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he is 'absolutely confident' that the UK can 'turn the tide in the next 12 weeks' of the spread of coronavirus. SOUNDBITE
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.
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