Mexico Independence Day Celebrations Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - SEPTEMBER 15: Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador waves a Mexican flag as he gives the annual independence shout from the balcony of the National Palace to kick off Independence Day celebrations on September 15, 2020 in Mexico City, Mexico. This year, the El Zocalo square remains closed for the general public due to coronavirus restrictions. Every year the President marks the "Grito de Dolores" to commemorate the 1810 call to arms made by priest Miguel Hidalgo. The struggle for independence from Spain was finally achieved in 1821. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)