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In many countries the coronavirus has spread particularly virulently in care homes. This is especially problematic because Covid-19 often affects the elderly most severely. European media accuse the politicians of dire neglect in this area - and point to other blind spots outside the care homes.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has condemned Romania for removing Laura Codruța Kövesi from her post as head of the country's anti-corruption agency (DNA) in 2018. Romania had violated Kövesi's right to a fair trial and freedom of expression, the court said on Tuesday. Romanian media welcome the ruling.

The coronavirus crisis has had a massive impact on transportation. Aircraft have been grounded and the number of passengers on buses and trains has plummeted, while cars and bikes are more popular than ever. Commentators examine which means of transportation will win out and whether the crisis can bring about a transport revolution.

The US's accusation that China is lying about the origins of the coronavirus are growing ever louder: according to US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo evidence exists that the virus came from a laboratory in Wuhan. The World Health Organisation is criticising Bejing for not letting a WHO mission into the country, but considers the accusations unfounded. Commentators are also not convinced.