COVID-19: Latest global developments

Since the virus first emerged in late December, 8,092 people have died around the world, with the global number of cases at 200,680, according to an AFP tally based on official sources as of 1300 GMT Wednesday.
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis: Europe ‘underestimated’ threat The president of the European Commission admits political leaders in the EU “underestimated” the magnitude of the danger posed by the coronavirus.
Ursula von der Leyen tells Germany’s Bild newspaper “it is clear that this is a virus that will keep us busy for a long time yet.” EU leaders agree to impose an entry ban on travellers from outside the bloc for 30 days.
Strict lockdown France follows Italy and Spain in imposing general lockdown for at least 15 days. Belgium orders its citizens to stay at home until at least April 5.