Pope Francis urges people to obey rules as leaders begin to ease coronavirus lockdowns

During Mass at Casa Santa Marta on April 28, Pope Francis urged people to obey rules that are put in place for easing of quarantine restrictions in Italy. Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte on April 27 outlined strategy to ease restrictions that government imposed seven weeks ago keeping in mind coronavirus outbreak. 

"At this time, when indications have been given to exit out of quarantine, we pray Lord will grant to His people, all of us, grace of prudence and obedience to se indications, so that pandemic does t return," Pope Francis was quoted as saying by Vatican's official website. 

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restrictions would be reportedly relaxed from May 4, with parks, factories, and construction sites reopening after months. According to reports, people will be allowed to visit relatives in small numbers after relaxations are put in place. Conte dressed nation on April 26, where he outlined how country would begin lifting restrictions. Conte said that schools in country will remain shut until September and church services will t resume until furr tice. Conte urged people to maintain social distancing and stay 3 metres apart from each or. 

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Conte said that funerals with more than 15 people will be allowed to take place, bar and restaurants will be allowed to reopen for takeaways and deliveries from May 4, however, dine-in services will begin from June 1. Hairdressers and salons will also be allowed to reopen after months of lockdown. Conte informed that sports team will be allowed for group training from May 18, without mentioning as in when Italy's top football league will resume.

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Coronavirus in Italy

Italy was most affected country for weeks before United States took over in mid-March. According to data by Wordometer, Italy has recorded 1,99,414 confirmed cases so far, of which 26,977 people have lost ir lives. re are currently 1,05,813 active infections in country as of April 21 with 1, 956 patients under critical condition. Italy has successfully treated 66,624 COVID-19 positive patients to date. 

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