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Added on the 17/03/2020 15:30:31 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Farmers in south of France are blocking off a toll booth by Saint-Jean-de-Vedas, close to Montpellier as they continue to put pressure on the government. French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is expected to announce measures later today. Almost 400 km (250 miles) of motorway are closed in the south of France and top farmers' union have announced plans to encircle Paris. IMAGES
On the 34th day of France's lockdown against the coronavirus, time in the Pantheon district of Paris seems to stand still. On a warm, spring day only the sound of a few walkers, joggers and the occasional vehicle break the silence. IMAGES
On the 17th day of France's lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus, the Champs-Elysées, a tourist hot spot which is usually teeming with vehicles, remains virtually deserted. IMAGES
Paris's business district is almost deserted after a strict lockdown requiring most people in France to remain at home came into effect at midday, prohibiting all but essential outings in a bid to curb the coronavirus spread. IMAGES
In Marseille, police officers begin to check motorists and passers-by, as the French lockdown comes into force nationwide. However, for the time being, the police have not yet issued any fines. IMAGES