'Basically In A New Pandemic,' Says Merkel, As Germany Extends Lockdown

A deadly potential third wave may be on the way for Europe as new mutations of SARS-CoV-2 are circling. Angela Merkel, German chancellor, has announced another strict coronavirus lockdown. "Fundamentally, we face a new virus of the same kind but with very different characteristics," she said. "More deadly, more infectious, and infectious for longer." With Easter approaching, Merkel has laid out strict restrictions for the upcoming holiday, including Easter services online and no more than five adults from two separate households in a gathering.