In Germany, cases of coronavirus due to the omicron strain could skyrocket, triggering a more aggressive fifth wave of infection. This was stated by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during a press conference, transfers Die Tageszeitung.
“This will not end as quickly as we hoped,” the chancellor said, noting that the new COVID-19 variant could also undermine the effectiveness of vaccinations.
Scholz also announced additional restrictions that will take effect on 28 December. So, private gatherings in Germany will be allowed only to people vaccinated against coronavirus, the number of participants should not exceed 10 people. In addition, clubs and discos will be closed, any dance events will be prohibited. Major sports, cultural and other events will only be possible if there are no spectators.
The German Chancellor also statedthat the government has deliberately set a timeline for the restrictions to come into force after the date of the celebration of Christmas. According to him, experience has shown that Christmas and Easter do not affect the spread of infection. A year earlier, during the Christmas and Easter holidays in Germany, there was a tough lockdown.
The authorities of European countries have taken restrictive measures due to the “omicron”
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