Hungary closes its borders to foreigners

Hungary's prime minister says the country is closing its borders to foreigners and only citizens will be allowed in.

Viktor Orban said on Monday in Parliament that international coordination about the border closures was underway.

Orban also said all bars, restaurants and shops will have to close daily at 3pm, with only food stores, pharmacies and drug stores allowed to stay open longer.

Cinemas, cultural institutions and nightclubs will also be closed, while sporting events can still be held if organisers assume responsibility, but only without spectators.

Schools were closed to students on Monday, with distance learning programs starting to be implemented.

So far, 30 people in Hungary have been infected, with one virus-related death.