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Sweden's strategy in fighting coronavirus remains comparatively relaxed, even as most European countries adopt strict restrictions of movement. (Video: The Washington Post)
Even Sweden appears to be abandoning the Swedish model. On Monday, the country’s authorities banned gatherings of more than eight people as they grappled with the second coronavirus wave surging through much of Europe. The new restrictions followed other protocols coming into effect this week, including protective measures around nursing homes and bans on alcohol sales at restaurants and bars after 10 p.m.
