Coronavirus digest: WHO unveils new team to probe pandemic
By AFP
17 October 2021 |
4:12 pm
The team of 26 scientists is set to revive the stalled investigation into the origins of the virus. Meanwhile, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro confirmed that he will not be vaccinated. Follow DW for the latest.
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