Italy has announced an easing of coronavirus restrictions in most of its regions, despite warnings from public health experts that such a move may be rash.
A source in the health ministry said all but five of Italy's regions would now be considered "yellow", according to a colour-coded system of yellow, orange and red that indicates coronavirus risk.
A "yellow" zone allows for the daytime reopening of bars and restaurants and greater freedom to travel. Italy's islands of Sicily and Sardinia, as well as its regions of Umbria, Puglia and the autonomous province of South Tyrol will be considered "orange", the source said.