Tensions rise as protesters clash with police over COVID-19 issues

A protest in Sao Paolo against the Brazilian president's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A protest in Sao Paolo against the Brazilian president's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Source: Getty

Brazilians are calling for the impeachment of President Jair Bolsonaro over his handling of the pandemic, while some in Israel and Europe want restrictions relaxed. Concerns over vaccine supply delays are an increasing source of frustration for health officials.


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