Heavyweight nations in Europe are set to reinstate tight lockdown measures as Covid-19 continues to infect the continent in record numbers.
France, where surging case numbers is steepest, is expected to shortly unveil details of a drastic month-long nationwide lockdown.
Meanwhile Germany is awaiting an announcement from Chancellor Angela Merkel, who will reportedly impose a "lockdown lite" on her country.
Berlin correspondent Thomas Sparrow speaks to Susie Ferguson.
