France has been in lockdown since March 17 in a bid to slow the spread of the epidemic, with only essential trips allowed that must be justified with a signed piece of paper.
The new deaths – including 554 in hospitals and 433 in nursing homes –- brought the total toll in France to 13,197 since the epidemic began, top health official Jerome Salomon told reporters.
“This is a pale ray of sunshine,” said Salomon. “But this timid light is very important for all the medical staff.” French President Emmanuel Macron is due on Monday to address the nation for a third time during the crisis. The president on Friday hosted a video conference with business groups and union leaders to help prepare for his address.
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