British travellers returning home from parts of Europe and beyond began having to quarantine on Saturday under new restrictions, while Russia said it had produced the first batch of its controversial coronavirus vaccine.
The UK opted to remove France, the Netherlands, Malta and three other countries from its list of places exempt from self-isolation rules, as a second wave of virus infections threatens more disruption and economic chaos on the continent.
"Additional staff were also on hand to speed customers through the terminal and onto the Shuttles, helping Eurotunnel to carry 11,600 vehicles back in time." The claim has drawn a sceptical response from Western scientists and the World Health Organisation, which have said the vaccine still needs a rigorous safety review.AAPFrance has vowed to impose a"reciprocal measure" on Britain's quarantine move, leaving French holidaymakers set to face tough choices in the coming days.
South Africa said it would resume sales of alcohol and cigarettes - banned on 27 March - on Monday, while Brazil reopened major tourist sites in Rio de Janeiro, including the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking the city, after five months. And Washington said it would distribute any inoculation proven to be effective to all Americans for free.
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