Sassoli annouces EP building to be used for homeless

The president of the European parliament David Sassoli said on Wednesday that the parliament will make parts of its building "available to homeless people and the most vulnerable in society, during this serious health emergency."

Speaking in a televised speech, Sassoli added that 1,000 meals will be distributed to those in need, as well as to health workers at the forefront of the pandemic.

"We want to be close to those who suffer," he said, " Europe's strength is in its ability to act in solidarity."

For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks.

For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, and could lead to death.