ROME—Italy’s leader imposed at least a month of new restrictions across the country on Sunday to fight rising coronavirus infections, shutting down gyms, pools, and movie theaters, putting an early curfew on cafes and restaurants, and mandating that people keep wearing masks outdoors.
Worried about crippling Italy’s stagnant economy, especially after 10 weeks of a severe lockdown earlier in the pandemic, Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte opted against another heavy nationwide lockdown. The new decree goes into effect Monday and lasts until Nov. 24.
