Latest updates on the situation across the world

UK: The number of coronavirus cases in the UK has risen by 34 in a day to a total of 85.

Singapore reported two new confirmed novel coronavirus cases, taking the total tally to 112.

Switzerland: Number of conformed cases rises to 66 with three recovered so far.

Saudi Arabia: The local authorities have announced the temporary suspension of the pilgrimages to the cities of Mecca and Medina for citizens and residents in the kingdom over coronavirus fears. 

France: About 120 schools were closed in an area north of Paris where the main cluster of French cases has emerged and where the two people who died from the virus lived.

Italy: Italy is considering closing schools and universities until mid-March. The final decision will be made soon.