71 Italian students under the age of 18 are currently in quarantine in Malta, according to Italian news source TGCOM24.
21 of the aforementioned Italian students have tested positive for COVID-19, while the other 50 remain in quarantine due to contact with the infected students.
The teenagers reportedly remain blocked in Malta with the Italian Embassy currently in touch with local authorities to ensure the Italians receive the necessary support during this time.
Recently, Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne reported that language schools will officially close as of Wednesday 14th July, amongst other COVID-19 measures.
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