France has declared that all non-essential stores, restaurants, movie theaters and cafes will be shut down starting Sunday to prevent the spread of coronavirus throughout the country. French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said public services such as banks, grocery stores and pharmacies will be allowed to remain open. French authorities had already shut down all schools, banned large gatherings of more than 100 people and advised citizens to limit their social encounters. The Israeli government also shut down restaurants, cafes and movie theaters starting Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced. Netanyahut said the country will be closing cultural and recreational establishments, as well as banning indoor gatherings of over 10 people.

Source: Fox News March 14, 2020 19:44 UTC