Merkel confirms extension of partial COVID-19 lockdown in Germany

Workers decorate the Christmas tree in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, capital of Germany, Nov. 26, 2020. Following rising COVID-19 infection rates in Germany, the federal and state governments decided on Nov. 25 that the partial lockdown, including the closure of restaurants, bars, theaters and leisure facilities, would be extended until Dec. 20. (Photo by Shan Yuqi/Xinhua)