Former US President Barack Obama tests positive for coronavirus

ANKARA

Former US President Barack Obama said on Sunday he has tested positive for the coronavirus.

"I just tested positive for COVID. I’ve had a scratchy throat for a couple days, but am feeling fine otherwise," Obama said on Twitter.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama has tested negative, he said, adding: "Michelle and I are grateful to be vaccinated and boosted."

He went on to say: "It’s a reminder to get vaccinated if you haven’t already, even as cases go down."