The European Union on Tuesday extended a ban on travelers from the United States and most other countries beyond July 1, citing epidemiological factors for the decision. Over the past month, the US has seen its number of cases steadily rise after most states eased lockdown measures. A lack of interstate coordination and an uneven response from the federal government has contributed to several new outbreaks across the country. Other countries whose travel restrictions were extended include Brazil, Russia and India, which have seen their number of positive cases surge in recent weeks. The US, Brazil, Russia and India are the countries with the highest number of confirmed cases in the world. European Council President Charles Michel said that the EU will continue to “monitor the situation regularly” as the bloc relaxes travel restrictions for 14 countries. “We have to remain vigilant and keep our most vulnerable safe,” Michel wrote on Twitter. Read more: Germany maps out coronavirus regulations on domestic travel 14 countries approved for travel Meanwhile, the EU has approved visitors from Australia, Canada and Japan. Chinese travelers will be allowed to visit pending reciprocal access to China for EU visitors. Other countries approved for EU travel include… Read full this story
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